Most Dangerous Women: Women of the West
November 17, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Mary Wiesner-Hanks, Professor of History, UW-Milwaukee.
We’ll view a 35-minute episode of the documentary project of New Moon Productions, directed by First Church member (now deceased) Janet Fitch. Most Dangerous Women presents the little-known stories of women change-makers who worked to create a more just and equitable world. They were often labeled dangerous, yet their resiliency continues to be essential in creating positive change. This episode, Women of the West, begins in Wyoming, the first governmental territory in the world to recognize women’s right to vote and hold public office, and whose female elected officials remain powerful voices on the national stage. Contemporary leaders reflect on this early legacy of visible women, the challenges they face today, and their hopes for the future.
Host: Patricia McFarland
In-Person or Online
In-Person: In Max Otto Hall.
Online: Also available on our YouTube channel.
For over 50 years, the Sunday Forum lecture series has showcased provocative, sometimes controversial, speakers discussing topical issues of the day: politics, the environment, health issues, the arts, education, and more. The Sunday Forum is held at 10:00 a.m. September through May. Speakers give a 45-minute presentation, followed by questions and brief comments from the audience. The content of Forum lectures does not necessarily express the viewpoint of First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee, but are meant to offer thoughtful topics which our members often pursue further on their own.
