From roadways to classrooms, this New Mexico program is bringing women's history out of the shadows

A program in New Mexico highlights the contributions of women through historical markers. Seventh grader Raffi Paglayan recently learned about figures like Katherine Stinson Otero, a pioneering pilot and architect. The initiative, started by the International Women's Forum - New Mexico, has placed nearly 100 markers across the state. These markers feature women from various periods, including well-known figures like Georgia O’Keeffe and lesser-known local women. The program is now developing a school curriculum based on its research. The goal is to ensure all students recognize the significant contributions women have made to the state’s history.