The document summarizes the achievements of women in various fields including science, politics, education, and activism. It profiles several pioneering women who made significant contributions, such as Marie Curie being the first woman to win a Nobel Prize for her work in physics and chemistry, and Rosa Parks sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott which advanced the Civil Rights Movement. The document also highlights women who played instrumental roles in shaping educational systems and promoting female education, like Emma Willard founding one of the earliest institutions for higher women's education in the US.

1. NADAR SARASWATHI COLLEGE OF ARTS
AND SCIENCE,VADAPUTHUPATTI,THENI.
Women'sAchievements
PRESENTED BY:
AISHWARYA LAKSHMI. S II-MSC (CS)

2. Achievements of women
 The achievements of women across various fields are significant and
continue to make a profound impact on society.
 Women have excelled in areas ranging from science and technology to
politics, sports, arts, and activism. Some notable achievements include:
1. Marie Curie (1867-1934): A pioneering physicist and chemist, she was the
first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes
in two different scientific fields (Physics in 1903 and Chemistry in 1911).
2. Rosa Parks (1913-2005): An influential civil rights activist, she is best
known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955, which
became a defining moment in the Civil Rights Movement.

3. Achievements of women
1. Malala Yousafzai (1997-): A Pakistani activist for female education and the
youngest Nobel Prize laureate, she advocates for the right of all children to
education, especially for girls in developing countries.
2. Katherine Johnson (1918-2020): An African-American mathematician
whose calculations of orbital mechanics as a NASA employee were critical
to the success of the first and subsequent U.S. crewed spaceflights.
Angela Merkel (1954-): The first female Chancellor of Germany (2005-
2021) and one of the world's most powerful women, she played a crucial role
in shaping European politics during her tenure.

4. Achievements of women
1. Serena Williams (1981-): One of the greatest tennis players of all time,
she has won numerous Grand Slam titles and has been a prominent
advocate for women's rights and gender equality in sports.
2. Amelia Earhart (1897-1937?): A pioneering aviator, she was the first
female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, and she played a
significant role in the advancement of women in aviation.
 Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013): The first female Prime Minister of the
United Kingdom (1979-1990), she was known for her conservative policies
and strong leadership during a critical period in British history.

5. Achievements of women
1. Ada Lovelace (1815-1852): Often regarded as the first computer
programmer, she wrote the first algorithm intended to be carried out by a
machine and is recognized for her work on Charles Babbage's early
mechanical general-purpose computer, the Analytical Engine.
 These remarkable women, among many others, have made significant
contributions to various fields, challenging societal norms, and paving the
way for future generations of women to achieve their own aspirations and
goals.

6. Achievements of women in education
1. Emma Willard (1787-1870): A pioneer in women's education, she founded
the Troy Female Seminary in 1821, which later became the Emma Willard
School. Her work laid the foundation for the development of women's
higher education in the United States.
2. Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955): An educator and civil rights activist,
she founded the Daytona Educational and Industrial Training School for
Negro Girls in 1904, which later became Bethune-Cookman University.
She was also a key figure in the advancement of education for African
Americans.
3. Catherine Beecher (1800-1878): A strong advocate for women's
education, she worked to establish schools for women and played a pivotal
role in the development of teacher education in the United States.

7. Achievements of women in education
1. Savitribai Phule (1831-1897): A prominent Indian social reformer, she was
a pioneer of women's education in India and played a crucial role in setting
up the first school for girls in Pune in 1848, alongside her husband,
Jyotirao Phule.
2. Maria Montessori (1870-1952): An Italian physician and educator, she
developed the Montessori method of education, which emphasizes
independence, freedom within limits, and respect for a child's natural
psychological, physical, and social development.
3. Ellen Swallow Richards (1842-1911): An industrial and environmental
chemist, she was the first woman admitted to the Massachusetts Institute
of Technology (MIT) and the first woman in the United States to earn a
degree in chemistry. Her work laid the foundation for the field of home
economics.

8. Achievements of women in education
1. Dorothy Vaughan (1910-2008): An African-American mathematician and
human computer, she became the first African-American woman to
supervise a group of staff at the National Advisory Committee for
Aeronautics (NACA), which later became NASA.
 These women, along with many others, have played instrumental roles in
shaping educational systems and promoting the importance of education
for women and marginalized communities, thereby contributing to the
overall progress and advancement of society.

9. Women's Achievements in political
1. Indira Gandhi (1917-1984): The first and, to date, the only female Prime
Minister of India, serving from 1966 to 1977 and then again from 1980 until
her assassination in 1984.
2. Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013): The first female Prime Minister of the
United Kingdom, serving from 1979 to 1990, and known for her
conservative policies and leadership during a critical period in British
history.
3. Angela Merkel (1954-): The first female Chancellor of Germany, serving
from 2005 to 2021, and widely regarded as one of the world's most
powerful women, she played a key role in shaping European politics during
her tenure.
4. Golda Meir (1898-1978): An Israeli teacher, stateswoman, and politician,
she was the fourth Prime Minister of Israel, serving from 1969 to 1974, and
was known for her strong leadership during a challenging period for the

10. Women's Achievements in political
1. acinda Ardern (1980-): The current Prime Minister of New Zealand, she
became the world's youngest female head of government in 2017 and has
been recognized for her compassionate leadership, particularly during
crises such as the Christchurch mosque shootings and the COVID-19
pandemic.
2. Kamala Harris (1964-): The first female Vice President of the United
States, serving under President Joe Biden since 2021, she is also the first
African American and first Asian American Vice President in U.S. history.
3. Benazir Bhutto (1953-2007): The first female Prime Minister of Pakistan,
serving two non-consecutive terms from 1988 to 1990 and then from 1993
to 1996, she was a prominent figure in Pakistani politics, advocating for
democracy and women's rights.

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