PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Philadelphia’s Groundbreaking Female Medical College of PennsylvaniaThe Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, initially known as the Female Medical College of Pennsylvania, was established in 1850 as the…Sep 12, 2023Sep 12, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Keisha Whatley, A Creative Force Rising in GermantownAs we wind down our summer series focusing on revolutionary women, we take immense pride in shining a spotlight on local artist and…Sep 12, 2023Sep 12, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Karla Ballard, A Trailblazer with a Revolutionary Mindset for ChangeAs part of our summer series featuring revolutionary women, we are proud to recognize Karla Ballard, PHL250 Board member and longtime…Aug 29, 2023Aug 29, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Lucretia Mott, A Life Dedicated to Equal Rights for All PeopleLucretia Mott’s legacy is deeply embedded in her pursuit of social justice, women’s rights, and the abolition of slavery. Born in 1793 on…Aug 29, 2023Aug 29, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Barbara Gittings, Advocate For LGBTQ+ Acceptance and InclusionBarbara Gittings (1932–2007) was a prominent Philadelphia LGBTQ+ rights activist and pioneer who played a crucial role in advancing the…Aug 16, 2023Aug 16, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Sharmin Akhter, Advocate for Culturally Sensitive Mental Health and Self-CareSharmin Akhter’s journey in the field of mental health and social work is both inspiring and impactful. She has carved out a niche for…Aug 16, 2023Aug 16, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Feminist Peace Activist Marii Kyogoku HasegawaToday we recognize and honor Marii Kyogoku Hasegawa, Japanese immigrant, Philadelphia leader, and a longtime feminist advocate for peace…Aug 8, 2023Aug 8, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Zabeth Teelucksingh, Elevating Philly’s Heritage and Global InfluencePHILADELPHIA250’s Share Your Stories “Summer of Women” recognizes our own revolutionary Zabeth Teelucksingh, longtime PHILADELPHIA250 Board…Aug 8, 2023Aug 8, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Esther de Berdt Reed, Empowering Women in the American RevolutionEsther de Berdt Reed (1746–1780) was a Philadelphian dedicated to the idea of independence and became a critical voice in rallying women’s…Jul 28, 2023Jul 28, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: Spotlight on Keri Salerno, PHILADELPHIA250 Founding Board MemberAs part of our summer series featuring revolutionary women, we are proud to highlight one of our longstanding board members, Keri Salerno…Jul 28, 2023Jul 28, 2023
PHILADELPHIA250Share Your Stories: The Miller Family, A Legacy Rooted in the Founding of Philadelphia and the…This blog is part of PHILADELPHIA250’s Share Your Stories program, which celebrates all Philadelphians, past and present who are a part of…Jul 27, 2023Jul 27, 2023
