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Tragically, the Mirabal sisters paid the
ultimate price for their activism. In 1960,
THE MIRABAL they were brutally murdered by agents of the
Trujillo regime, sparking outrage both
SISTERS nationally and internationally. Their deaths

galvanised the opposition movement and
Inspiring Figures in the Fight Against Violence
Against Women ultimately contributed to the downfall of the
dictatorship.
In our recent class presentation titled The
International Day for the Elimination of The legacy of the Mirabal sisters lives on as a
Violence Against Women, we were deeply symbol of courage, resilience, and hope. Their
moved and inspired by the courageous sacrifice serves as a reminder that the fight
story of the Mirabal sisters. Their legacy against violence against women is ongoing
serves as a powerful reminder of the and that we must remain vigilant and
importance of standing up against injustice steadfast in our efforts to create a more just
and fighting for the rights and dignity of and equitable world.
women everywhere.
In our class presentation, we honoured the
The Mirabal sisters - Patria, Minerva, and memory of the Mirabal sisters and drew
María Teresa - were Dominican activists inspiration from their example. Their story
who bravely opposed the dictatorship of reinforced the importance of raising
Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic awareness about the issue of violence against
during the mid-20th century. Despite facing women and standing in solidarity with
immense risks and threats to their lives, survivors. Like the Mirabal sisters, we are
they fearlessly spoke out against the committed to being agents of change in our
oppressive regime and advocated for communities and working towards a future
freedom and democracy. where all women can live free from violence
and oppression.

One of the most poignant aspects of their As we continue to commemorate the
story is their unwavering commitment to International Day for the Elimination of
the cause of women's rights. The Mirabal Violence Against Women, let us remember the
sisters were not only political activists but bravery and sacrifice of the Mirabal sisters
also champions for the rights and and draw strength from their legacy as we
empowerment of women in their society. strive for a better, more equitable world for
They fought against gender-based violence all.
and discrimination, striving to create a
world where women could live free from
fear and oppression.
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