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Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy lived in Congleton and was one of the leaders of the national Women's Rights movement. This project is to celebrate her with the unveiling of a statue (already funded).
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The statue will raise awareness of and commemorate Congleton's pioneering suffragist campaigner, Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy (1833–1918). This project is just the unveiling day on 8th March 2022. Additional information:- Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy worked tirelessly for girls’ education, for women’s right to own property and for their right to vote. Elizabeth took part in marches, gave speeches, and created over 1600 petitions and 7000 letters. Elizabeth lived in Congleton. Emmeline Pankhurst dubbed her ‘the brains of the suffragist movement’. Elizabeth was a co-founder of the NUWS and the Womens Emancipation Union. In 1871 Elizabeth became the first paid employee of the women’s movement when she was paid to lobby Parliament with regard to laws that were injurious to women - she was nicknamed ‘the ‘Government Watchdog’. Elizabeth's Group has already raised funds for a statue of Elizabeth in Congleton and needs the funding for the installation and unveiling event.
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Why it's a great idea:
Education of local people, especially children, on women's rights, art and local history - a nationally-important figure living in Congleton. Inspire conversations about equality and human rights. Tourism - many have already said they will visit Congleton to see the statue as part of the 'Suffragist Trail' around the country. Community spirit with the celebration and unveiling at which schools and everyone in Congleton will be invited. Ongoing installation of a valuable bronze statue by a renowned sculptor - Hazel Reeves - who created the Emmeline Pankhurst statue in Manchester. This artwork will stand in Congleton for hundreds of years.
Steps to get it done:
Please see www.elizabethelmy.com
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How will the money be spent?Total £5,362
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Total £5,362
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VolunteerElizabeth’s Group is a small but passionate group of local people that is working tirelessly to raise the profile of an unsung hero: Elizabeth Wolstenholme-Elmy.
Our aims are to ensure Elizabeth is known locally, nationally and internationally and that there is a lasting memorial raised to her in Congleton.
We undertake a wide range of awareness and fund raising activities and have fun whilst doing it – sometimes dressing as suffragists.
We have trustees, a working committee and a growing number of supporters. We are always happy to meet with new people who would like to help us with achieving our aims.
Elizabeth’s Group is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered with the Charity Commission. Charity Number: 1181256.
Project Owner: Elizabeth's Group The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
