International women's day/Women's suffrage movement:
Before the protests happened, mans were the only gender that were allowed to vote, women were forbidden to vote whenever there were elections. Back in the days, women were known as wives, sisters, daughters and mothers while men were known as heroes, leaders, entrepreneurs and scientists. There was one woman who stood up for what is right and changed the men’s perspective towards women. Met Kate Sheppard, she was the leader of the women’s suffrage. They started a movement for this, however, in the end the testimonial appeal assisted with achieving a huge victory. Women’s suffrage movements were extremely important, helpful and effective. Both movements were able to help today’s society. If Kate Sheppard didn’t stand up, women aren't allowed to vote in elections in this society. She showed true leadership, she was also trustworthy and helped her fellow people. Most importantly, she showed resilience, she knew what she had to risk and have the guts to do what she has done, it takes tons of courage to be able to do that. All thanks to Kate Sheppard.
New Zealand was the first country allowing women the right to vote. It took them 10 years until they received an equal suffrage with men. It’s sad to think that back in the days, some people weren’t able to vote for politics because of their gender, age, race, education, wealth and social status.
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