The ten inspirational women who are putting Manchester on the map
08.03.2023 - 14:47
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Whether its smashing through glass ceilings, battling for the vote or setting the political agenda, Greater Manchester's women have achieved some remarkable things.
Our city has been home to Elizabeth Gaskell, Emmeline Pankhurst and Marie Stopes, and today the tradition of changing the trajectory of history endures, with another generation of gamechangers leading the way. To mark International Women's Day we've put together a list of inspirational women - who are from, or have lived and worked in the region - making a difference in Manchester today.
Below you'll find everyone from activists and actors, to curators and chefs, as well as musicians, writers and politicians.
Read more: When is International Women's Day 2023, what's the theme and how can I get involved?
Professor Erinma Bell MBE DL
A professor, a councillor, a deputy lieutenant and a peace activist with an MBE for voluntary services to her community, Dr Erinma Bell is a formidable force of good in Greater Manchester.
The co-founder of CARISMA, Dr Erinma fights tirelessly for young people and to provide them with positive outlets and alternatives to street and gun crime. Her work promoting social cohesion and conflict resolution has seen a 92 per cent decrease in gun and gang crime across Manchester.
She is also a chair for Nostalgia Trust and Greater Manchester Police’s Independent Advisory Group, which advises the police force on its procedures and practices. She was also the first ever woman to be commemorated with a statue in Manchester town hall in recognition of her work. In 2022, she was elected councillor for Moss Side, where she lives.
Figen Murray
Figen Murray lost her 29-year-old son Martyn Hett in the 2017 Manchester Arena terror attack and