Sunday, March 8, marks International Women’s Day, which aims to shine focus on issues that women face such as gender equality, violence and abuse against females, reproductive rights, and much more.
Here in North East, we’ve had plenty of women who’ve excelled in their field, from comedians to being a household name author.
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In order to mark International Women’s Day, we’ve rounded up some of the most notable female figures that are linked to the region.
Take a look through the gallery below.
9. Sara Davies
Sara Davies from Coundon is a British businesswoman who founded crafting company, Crafter's Companion in 2005. In 2019, she joined Dragon's Den as the youngest female Dragon to appear on the show. Photo: BBC
10. Sarah Millican
South Shields Sarah Millican is an award winning comedian known for her wit and relatable comedic anecdotes. Sarah has had six live recorded tours and released her own book in 2017. Photo: Tim P. Whitby
11. Vick Hope
After being born and raised in Newcastle, Vick Hope went on to become an incredibly successful radio and television presenter. She is also a journalist writing for various publications and released a fictional children's novel in 2020. Photo: Dominic Lipinski