Emily Greene Balch: A Legacy of Radical Peace Thinking/Making (Event Video)

Dr Catia Cecilia Confortini from the Wellesley Colllege Peace and Justice Studies Program speaks on Emily Greene Balch. Confortini reflects on the legacy of Balch, not only as an scholar and thinker but also as a teacher and activist. Her work for peace and justice are relevant for today's world, which continues to be mired in the violence of racism and imperialism.

PeopleJamaica Plain Historical SocietyJanuary 25, 2026event video, Women's History, Suffragists, Activism, peace

Elizabeth Curry Moloney

Elizabeth Curry Moloney was a Bostonian who fought for the rights of women and children throughout her life. She was appointed as the first Supervisor of Mother’s Aid for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a position she held until she retired in 1943 at the age of 70. After retirement she moved to 49 Prince Street, where she lived until her death in 1950.

PeopleJamaica Plain Historical SocietyAugust 23, 2022Women's History, Activism

The Legacy of Pauline Agassiz Shaw (Event Video)

A talk entitled The Legacy of Pauline Agassiz Shaw which was given as part of the Lowell Lecture Series at the Paul Revere House. Video of an event that was held via Zoom on October 12, 2021.