Marie-Elisabeth Luders
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Explore the turbulent life of Marie-Elisabeth Luders, who worked tirelessly for the rights of women and children, in a society that criticised her for being a single mother. The first female in Germany to gain her doctorate, she entered politics to raise awareness about the rights of women and children. She is remembered with great respect and admiration by the Germans, and her dedication to social rights and basic equality for all, endeared her to the hearts of many. Her courage and commitment were remarkable and her story deserves to be known widely.
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