Nellie Weekes

Muriel Odessa "Nellie" Weekes (26 August 1896 – 11 May 1990) was a Bajan nurse and midwife who was active in women's rights issues. Campaigning for better pay and working in social welfare projects, she turned to politics in the 1940s at a time when most women were not politically active in Barbados. Quotes about Nellie Weekes She is remembered as a pioneer and "trailblazer" in the struggle for women's rights in the country. An active member of the Barbados Women's Alliance, she also advocated for amendments to the Bastardy Act, equal opportunities in girls' education, and adequate training in family planning. She also was vocal about the need to provide teaching on African heritage. Nellie Weekes facts for kids Retrieved 2 April 2025 External links Category:Women activists from Barbados Category:Nurses Category:Women's rights activists Category:1896 births Category:1990 deaths Category:Women born in the 19th century