This Women's History Month, we're celebrating the power and talents of women everywhere. From world-class athletes to out-of-this-world scientists, women have dominated in their fields throughout history and given future generations the motivation to succeed in their passions, too.
Maya Angelou: Poet Prodigy
Maya Angelou was an American memoirist, poet, and civil rights activist with dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees. Her autobiography "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" is one out of seven stories detailing her life, and brought her international recognition and acclaim. She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 for her work as an author and advocate for the Black community.
Margaret Hamilton: Superstar Scientist
Margaret Hamilton was an influential American computer scientist renowned for her groundbreaking work in software engineering. She's best known for developing the onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo missions, including the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Her innovative approach and dedication paved the way for modern software engineering practices and solidified her legacy as a pioneer in the field. Above, you can see Margaret with her books of handwritten code!
Nellie Bly: Courageous Chronicler
Nellie Bly was an adventurous and trailblazing American journalist who broke barriers and made waves in the late 19th century. She's famous for her daring undercover reporting and setting the record for circumnavigating the world in 72 days! Her fearless investigative spirit and impactful storytelling revolutionized journalism and inspired future generations of reporters to pursue truth and justice.
Sky Brown: Skateboarding Sensation
Sky Brown is a young skateboarder from Japan who's taking the world by storm with her incredible talent and infectious energy. At just 13 years old, she became the youngest Olympic medalist in skateboarding history, winning bronze at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She's also Great Britain's youngest-ever medal winner, at the age of 13 years and 28 days.
Past and present, these women have all broken barriers, reached new heights, and inspired millions through their actions. To continue fueling these stories of success, resilience, and achievement, it is important to support and advocate for women everywhere. Celebrate the victories of yourself and others, and grow the grit within you!