Educators: Savitribai Phule

Savitribai Phule (1831-1897) was a prominent Indian social reformer, educationist, and poet who played an instrumental role in women’s education and empowerment during the nineteenth century. She is regarded as the mother of Indian feminism and she is credited with founding the first girl’s school in Pune in Bhide Wada with her husband. For those of you tuning in for the first time, welcome! Here’s the deal: Every weekday, we highlight the stories of iconic women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. We’re talking about women from around the world and throughout history. Each month is themed. This month we’re going back to school, highlighting educators and intellectuals.