Commission Aims To Commemorate, Preserve Women's Suffrage Stories

The video discusses the Women's Suffrage Centennial Commission's efforts to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. The Commission, led by Anna Lehman, aims to preserve and share the stories of suffragists through virtual discussions and podcasts. The video highlights the lack of women's representation in history education and calls for a reassessment of how history is taught in schools. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing women's contributions and ensuring their stories are preserved for future generations.

What is the main purpose of the Women Suffrage Centennial Commission?

What challenges did women face in their fight for the right to vote?

In what ways does the current education system fail to represent women's contributions to history?

How did the women suffrage movement gain momentum during World War One?

What impact does the speaker hope the Commission's efforts will have on history education?