Nina Boyle

Nina Boyle (21 December 1865 – 4 March 1943) was a British journalist, campaigner for women's suffrage and women's rights, charity and welfare worker, and novelist. She was one of the pioneers of female police officers in Britain. In April 1918, she was the first woman to submit a nomination to stand for election to the House of Commons, paving the way for other female candidates in the December 1918 general election. Quotes “Full political and constitutional rights for women in South Africa.” South African History Online “The time now had come for women to be granted full constitutional rights in a united South Africa.” South African History Online “No Votes. No Census. Votes for Women.” suffrageresources The Women’s Suffrage Movement was of no party.” Garwheritage External links Category:Women from South Africa Category:Anti-apartheid activists Category:African National Congress politicians Category:1865 births Category:1943 deaths