Saving lives at sea. Advocating for women’s rights. Breaking barriers in the music industry. These are just some of the historic accomplishments New York City women have made over the years. Aswraps up, Mayor Eric Adams announced Friday he will resume a public art initiative that honors influential NYC women who have made significant contributions to the city and the world.
“As we close out Women’s History Month, we remember that every day is an opportunity to celebrate the women who have led and built New York City into the greatest city in the world,” Adams said. “These extraordinary women saved lives, challenged racial and gender barriers, and overcame all odds to become leaders in each of their respective fields.
The Adams administration announced a milestone on this first of the five monuments, honoring Shirley Chisholm in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park in July 2023, when it received unanimous approval from the city’s Public Design Commission.Dr. Helen Rodríguez Trías was a pioneer in reproductive rights and HIV/AIDS care and prevention. Dr. Rodríguez Trías’ work often advocated on behalf of women and children, especially those in poor and minority communities.