The Struggle for Women’s Suffrage in New Zealand with Megan HutchingHow did Kate Sheppard and her fellow suffragists do it? And why was it so important to them that women should be able to elect Members of Parliament?
Event Description: On this the anniversary of women being given the vote, Megan will talk about the hows and whys that led to New Zealand becoming the first country in the world where women could vote in general elections in 1893.
Wednesday 19 September, noon
Whare Wananga, L2 Central City Library
44 Lorne Street, Auckland
To book your place, phone (09) 307 7771 or book online
http://www.aucklandcitylibraries.com/whatson/familyhistory/familyhistoryseries.aspx