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Mary Whiton Calkins

Mary Whiton Calkins (1863-1930) was an American psychologist and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of psychology and was a trailblazer for women's rights in the academic world. Most notably, In 1905, Calkins was the first woman to be elected president of the American Philosophical Association. Mary Whiton Calkins made...

Catherine Harry

Catherine Harry is a Cambodian influencer. She...

Bilquis Bano Edhi

Bilquis Bano Edhi was a Pakistani nurse,...

Audrey Jeffers

Audrey Jeffers was a social worker and the...

Asma Elbadawi

Asma Elbadawi is a Sudanese-British hijabi...

Ana Mendieta

Ana Mendieta was a Cuban-American painter,...

Amanda Obidike

Amanda Obidike is the Executive Director of...

Abimbola Bamigboye

Abimbola Bamigboye is the founder and managing...

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