Can Finding Lost Women from the Past Help Build a Better Future?

Explore the hidden histories of women throughout time in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by Dr. Janina Ramirez. Challenge the notion that women have always been the second sex by examining evidence from the Suffragette Movement, Black Death cemeteries in London, Viking burials in Sweden, and prehistoric sites across Europe. Discover how uncovering the stories of women with agency can lead to a more inclusive understanding of history and empower us to see the past differently. Learn how this fresh perspective on historical narratives can provide new foundations for moving forward and working towards a more equal future. Gain insights from Dr. Ramirez, an Oxford University Fellow, BBC broadcaster, and best-selling author, as she demonstrates the importance of rediscovering forgotten voices in history to build a better present and a fairer society.

Can finding lost women from the past help build a better future? | Janina Ramirez | TEDxStormont