Day: December 25, 2022

25 December: Tribute to Helen Joseph

Helen Joseph 8 April 1905 – 25 December 1992) was a South African anti-apartheid activist. A leading figure of white dissent of the unjust practice of apartheid, Joseph is widely considered one of South Africa’s most influential freedom fighters and women’s rights advocates.

Read More

26 December: Tribute to Dian Fossey

Dian Fossey (16 January 1932 –  26 December 1985) was an American zoologist and conservationist who is best known for her extensive study of mountain gorillas in Rwanda. She spent 18 years studying and protecting the gorillas, and her work was instrumental in increasing understanding of the species and raising awareness of their conservation needs.

Read More
  • 1
  • 2

Recent Posts