Campaigner Collection (#5)

Maureen Colquhoun, a British Economist and former Labour MP for Northampton from 1974 to 1979. Maureen Colquhoun was Britains first openly lesbian MP. Picture taken 29th April 1980

Ivan Cooper, (right) Chairman and founding member of the Derry Citizens Action Committee, and John Hume, founder member of Derry Credit Union

Diane Blood. On 6th February 1997, The Court of Appeal has made an historic judgement in favour of Diane Blood being inseminated with her dead husbands sperm

Leo Abse speaking at an anti German troops demonstration in Swansea, Wales, 15th July 1961

Mr Leo Abse, MP, giving a pint of blood at the South Wales Branch of the Medical Aid for Vietnams first blood donation session held at Transport Hall, Charles Street, Cardiff. 5th October 1968

Senator George McGovern entertained to a private dinner party by Leo Abse, MP, at his home in St Johns Wood, London. Pictured, left to right, Mrs Leo Abse, Senator George McGovern, Mr Leo Abse

Leo Abse, Labour MP for Pontypool, arrives at the House of Commons wearing his budget day clothes, a suit made of Welsh tweed. 15th April 1969

Leo Abse MP, speaking at a anti-nuclear demonstration in Trafalgar Square, London. April 1978

Leo Abse MP, opens the antiques fair at Angel Hotel, Cardiff, Wales. Pictured, looking at a weapon. 13th April 1970

Leo Abse, MP for Pontypool, having breakfast in the garden of his home in London. 16th July 1969

Leo Abse, Labour MP for Ponytpool. Circa 1962

Leo Abse, who held Pontypool for Labour, chatting with some constituents. 15th October 1964

Leo Abse, Labour MP for Ponytpool. Circa 1963

Leo Abse pictured wearing his budget day suit made of Welsh tweed. 15th April 1969

Leo Abse in London wearing an 18th century suit. 7th April 1965

The Body Shop founder Anita Roddick (centre) opens Huddersfields new branch of the chain, which specialises in naturally-based toiletries and cosmetics. She is seen surrounded by staff

Dr Martin Cole who is a university lecturer and sexologist, pictured in London where is was visiting for the showing of his sex education film called Growing Up. Wardour Street, London

Actor Richard Wilson and Roy Castle with the no smoking message. 26th February 1993

Actor Richard Wilson with the no smoking message. 26th February 1993

Moral minority champion Mary Whitehouse, social activist known for her opposition to social liberalism and the mainstream British media

Belva Ann Lockwood, 1913. Creator: Nellie Mathes Horne
Belva Ann Lockwood, 1913

Thomas Paul, c. 1825. Creator: Thomas Badger
Thomas Paul, c. 1825

Elizabeth Cady Stanton, 1889. Creator: Anna Elizabeth Klumpke
Elizabeth Cady Stanton, 1889

Jane Addams, 1906. Creator: George de Forest Brush
Jane Addams, 1906

A couple of hikers stop to read the inscription on the sundial monument to daylight saving campaigner William Willet, Chistlehurst, Kent, England. Date: 1939

Mothers and children at a Cecil House, London
Mothers and children at one of the womens lodging houses known as Cecil Houses. The hostels, for homeless and vagrant women

The Welcome to the Victims of Masculine Tyranny 1908, (1933). Creator: Unknown
The Welcome to the Victims of Masculine Tyranny 1908, (1933). A group of British suffragettes, recently released from prison, with a Welcome banner

Daniel O Connells house in Merrion Square, Dublin, Ireland, c1890. From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Arrest of Irish politician and MP Daniel O Connell, 1830 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
Arrest of Irish politician and MP Daniel O Connell, 1830 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Florence Nightingale, c1900, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Florence Nightingale, c1900, (1947). Portrait of Florence Nightingale (1820-1910), British social reformer and statistician who made her reputation by her organisation of nursing service during

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England - Theatre Royal. A statue of Samuel Morley, English woollen manufacturer, political radical, MP, abolitionist

Suffragettes armed with materials to chain themselves to railings, 1909. The Suffragettes found that by chaining themselves to railings they could gain much needed time to deliver their speeches

Suffragettes trying to speak to the Prime Minister, London, 1908. Olive Fergus (left) and Mrs Frank Corbet flank Prime Minister Herbert Asquith (1852-1928)

Two suffragettes celebrating their release from Holloway Prison, London, on 22 August 1908. Mary Leigh (left) (1885-c1978) and Edith New (1877)

Young suffragettes promote the fortnight-long Womens Exhibition, London, 13 May 1909. The exhibition, organised by the Womens Social and Political Union (WSPU) was to be held at Princes Skating Rink

Barbara Ayrton, British suffragette, campaigning on the Votes for Women bus, October 1909. She is wearing the suffragette uniform, and a sash which would have been white purple and green

Ada Flatman, British suffragette, at a demonstration she organised in Liverpool, 1909. Ada Flatman (1876-1951) is second from the right

Una Dugdale, British suffragette, campaigning at the Newcastle by-election, September 1908. Una Dugdales (1880-1975) sisters, Joan and Daisy, were also suffragettes

Christabel Pankhurst and Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence, British suffragettes, 18 September, 1908. Christabel Pankhurst and Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence

Jessie Kenney, British suffragette, dressed as a telegraph boy, 10 December 1909. Jessie Kenney (1887-1985) as she tried to gain admittance to Prime Minister Herbert Asquiths meeting dressed as a

Arrest of Dora Marsden, British suffragette, outside the Victoria University of Manchester, 1909
Arrest of Dora Marsden, British suffragette, outside the Victoria University of Manchester, 4 October 1909. Dora Marsden (1882-1960) heckled Lord Morley, who was speaking at the University

Lady Constance Lytton, British suffragette, Newcastle, 9 October 1909. Lady Constance Lytton (1869-1923) before she threw a stone at Sir Walter Runcimans car

Suffragette being force fed with the nasal tube in Holloway Prison, London, 1909. In response to their hunger strikes several suffragettes were subjected to being force fed

Hunger strikers waving to Christabel Pankhurst from their cells in Holloway Prison, London, 1909. The fourteen suffragettes went on hunger in protest at the governments refusal to treat them as

Christabel Pankhurst waving to the hunger strikers from a house overlooking Holloway Prison, 1909. Christabel Pankhurst (1880-1958) was one of the leaders of the British suffragette movement

Britsh suffragette Emmeline Pethick-Lawrences release from prison, 17 April 1909. The procession in her honour of her release marched from Marble Arch to the Aldwych Theatre

British suffragette Elsie Howey as Joan of Arc, London, 17 April 1909. Elsie Howey (1884-1963) dressed as Joan of Arc on the day of Joans beatification

The Womens Social and Political Union fife and drum band out for the first time, 13 May 1909. On 13 May the Womens Social and Political Union (WSPU)

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"Champions of Change: A Glimpse into the Lives of Fearless Campaigners" Benjamin Lay, c. 1750-1758. Creator: William Williams Benjamin Lay, a remarkable activist ahead of his time, fought tirelessly against slavery in the 18th century. His powerful words and unconventional methods challenged societal norms and inspired future generations to stand up for justice. Carl Sagan, US astronomer Beyond his groundbreaking contributions to astronomy, Carl Sagan was an ardent campaigner for scientific literacy and critical thinking. Through his popular TV series "Cosmos, " he ignited a passion for knowledge that continues to shape our understanding of the universe. George Lansbury Pamphlet, Smash Up the Workhouse George Lansbury's pamphlet "Smash Up the Workhouse" became a rallying cry for social reform during early 20th-century Britain. As an advocate for workers' rights and welfare reforms, he fearlessly confronted oppressive systems with unwavering determination. John Muir, c. 1917 from a 1909 photograph. Creator: Orlando Rouland John Muir's love affair with nature led him to become one of America's most influential environmental campaigners. His efforts played a pivotal role in establishing national parks like Yosemite and preserving natural wonders that continue to inspire awe today. Ivan Cooper (left), Chairman and founding member of the Derry Citizens Action Committee Ivan Cooper dedicated himself to fighting injustice during Northern Ireland's troubled times as chairman of the Derry Citizens Action Committee (DCAC). He played a crucial role in advocating civil rights while promoting peaceful protests amidst political turmoil. Lesley Abdela Lesley Abdela is an indefatigable campaigner who has championed women's empowerment globally throughout her career as an international gender consultant and strategist. Her tireless advocacy work has paved new paths for women's rights and gender equality.