In Australia, less than 4% of public statues commemorate women, revealing a cultural neglect of women's historical contributions. Frustrated by this oversight, the author initiated the She Shapes History walking tours to share the stories of influential women from Canberra, drawing attention to their achievements. Over four years, the movement expanded to include tours in major cities, trained guides, and thousands of participants. The author emphasizes the power of personal storytelling to inspire curiosity in women's history, urging others to recognize and share individual women's narratives to foster greater societal change.
Fewer than 4% of statues in Australia are of women, indicating a societal failure to recognize the historical contributions of women.
Through understanding and sharing women's stories, we can help close the gender pay gap and increase women's representation in leadership roles.
She Shapes History walking tours show that women's achievements are prevalent; they merely require a conscious effort to uncover and share.
The project has grown from a single idea into a movement that highlights the contributions of women across various Australian cities.
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