Editor Professor Jo Shaw leads a discussion with contributors Dr Chisomo Kalinga, Dr Ioulia Kolovou, and Margot McCuaig about IASH's new book, Women Who Dared: From the Infamous to the Forgotten.
Gathering 46 essays from writers around the globe, this collection explores the twin themes of women and daring through the lives of monarchs, prophets, suffragists, soldiers, scientists, activists and artists.
Whether by wielding power in patriarchal societies or rallying for peace, fighting for change has always put women in danger, but also led to remarkable stories of resistance. From the infamous to the forgotten, these trailblazers have much to tell us about the dynamics, conflicts, identities and power relations with which women live today.
This event is part of Aye Write Festival 2026 in Glasgow. Book tickets at https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/women-who-dared-from-the-infamous-to-the-forgotten-dr-chisomo-kalinga-dr-ioulia-kolovou-margot-mccuaig-with-jo-shaw