Women in History Who Changed The World!

Women have been at the forefront of history, creating change they want to see, in ways both big and small. Empowering women is essential to the health and social development of families, businesses, communities, and countries.

There are millions of Americans who have women in their lives they count on and rely on. Women who, no matter what, always seem to balance unimaginable pressure, yet still make sure they’re that they’re there for others. Women see the potential of this country and donate their time, money, and energy to fight for it.

Over time women have fought tirelessly to find a place for themselves as equal partners, experts and leaders in their workplace, culture, and society. Whether championed by others or empowering others, women in history like Sandra Day O’Connor, Coretta Scott King, Kalpana Chawla, Helen Keller, Rosa Parks, and Susan B. Anthony have served as inspiration for generations. Women like these and many others demonstrate the significance of securing agency for one’s future.

Along with celebrating Women in History month this March, let’s celebrate those in our daily lives. Let us take a moment to celebrate those women who may not have their names in the history books, but deserve a space, nonetheless.

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Women in History Who Changed The World!

Kalpana Chawla

Kalpana Chawla was an Indian-born American Astronaut and Mechanical Engineer, who was the first woman of Indian origin to go to space. She first flew on Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997.

Between her two missions, Kalpana logged a total of 30 days, 14 hours, and 54 minutes in space. Soon after, scientists named seven asteroids after each crew member as a celestial moment.

Chawla was one of the seven crew members who died in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster when the spacecraft broke during its re-entry into the Earth’s atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts on board. on February 1, 2003.

After her death, Kalpana Chawla was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor and the NASA Distinguished Service Medal for her history-shaping contributions to the field of aeronautics.