The unsung abolitionists

Part of a series

Discover the women who shifted public and political opinion around slavery.

Join a Host for a 20-minute talk and find out about the role women played in campaigning for the abolition of the slave trade.

With women actively campaigning as early as the 1800s, this talk will uncover female philosophers and writers, the organised sugar boycotts and first-hand accounts of enslavement. Learn how these activities were instrumental in shifting public and political opinion around abolition.

11am

Sat 1 Mar 2025

FREE

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11am

Sat 22 Mar 2025

FREE

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How to attend:: In-person only
Duration:: 20 mins
Part of a series:: Women's History Month talks

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