𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗾𝘂𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 (𝟭𝟴𝟵𝟬–𝟭𝟵𝟳𝟲)

She was a social worker and an outspoken advocate for women’s birth control and political participation in early 20th-century Jamaica. She was a founder of the Jamaican Family Planning League and the Mother's Welfare Clinic, and the driving force behind the Old Age Pension program. Through public lectures and journalism, she challenged restrictive gender norms and encouraged women to claim their place in civic life. Farquharson’s activism helped lay the groundwork for women’s suffrage and broader social reform.

womenshistorymonth♀️ , #whm2026 , #herstory , #womenmakinghistory

Throwback back to our outreach with the lovely ladies of St. George's Girls Primary for their career day event.

𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗿 (𝟭𝟵𝟮𝟰–𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟵)

Mair was a distinguished historian, senator, and diplomat whose scholarship transformed the study of Caribbean history. Her groundbreaking research on women in slavery challenged traditional narratives and centred the experiences of Black Jamaican women in the historical record. As Jamaica’s first female Ambassador to Cuba, Assistant Secretary-General in the United Nations Secretary-General's office, and later a university leader, she bridged academia and public service. Mathurin Mair’s work reshaped how Jamaica understands its past and affirmed the vital role of women in the nation’s story.

#womenshistorymonth♀️ , #whm2026 , #herstory , #womenmakinghistory

Please use link in bio to register..and looking forward to seeing out students and teachers come out and learn.

𝗔𝗺𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘆 (𝟭𝟴𝟵𝟱–𝟭𝟵𝟵𝟬)

A pioneering feminist, educator, and political activist who championed women’s rights in early 20th-century Jamaica. A founding member and first Chairwoman of the Women’s Liberal Club, she campaigned for women’s suffrage, equal pay, and expanded access to education and employment. Bailey challenged social and racial barriers at a time when Black women’s voices were often marginalised. Her advocacy helped reshape civic life in Jamaica and broaden the meaning of citizenship for women in the emerging nation.

#womenshistorymonth♀️ , #whm2026 , #herstory , #womenmakinghistory

Dear Parents and Teachers,

I am so sorry but due to the overwhelming response we have had to close off face to face-registration.
However please tune in the live stream on our YouTube channel:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDzGhnbAC-YDVFRFm_05ysMDcIuZX_opnqDG2xKVMKUj7GKg/viewform?usp=header

Join us for “𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐚: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞”, a special symposium, and mural reveal, exploring the hidden history beneath our waters and the importance of protecting underwater cultural heritage.

📅 Friday, March 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Lecture Hall, the Institute of Jamaica, Kingston See flyer for more details.

Registration link is: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwHg0HFvdrW6LIyDfqyN1rbVXaa25iA88rmTX8pyAcObQASw/viewform?usp=header

𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝟭𝟵𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟲)

King made history in 1958 as the first woman to serve as Mayor of Kingston. At a time when political leadership was overwhelmingly male, she broke barriers and redefined women’s roles in public service. Her tenure symbolised progress during Jamaica’s transition toward independence, demonstrating that national development required inclusive leadership. King’s achievement remains a milestone in the island’s civic and political history.

#WomensHistoryMonth, #WHM2026, #HerStory, #womenmakinghistory

Dear Parents and Teachers,

It is that time of year again for our annual free PEP Lecture for students. Please use the link in our bio to register your students for this face-to-face workshop.