Introducing the Women's Suffrage Petition

The content of this short book is derived directly from the larger illustrated publication, foregoing all illustrations to suit the BWB Texts format.

In 1893, New Zealand became the first country in the world with universal suffrage: all New Zealand women now had the right to vote. This achievement owed much to an extraordinary document: the 1893 Women's Suffrage Petition. Over 270 metres long, with the signatures of some 24,000 women (and at least twenty men), the Suffrage Petition represents the culmination of many years of campaigning by suffragists, led by Kate Sheppard, and women throughout the country.

Introducing The Women's Suffrage Petition 1893 captures this significant milestone in history, focusing on the dedication and perseverance that led to this groundbreaking moment.