emmeline pethick (1867-1954)

Worked with Mary Neal from the Methodist West London Mission in the early 1890s

Developed work with a clear appreciation of the social and political circumstances in which it took place.

Left the Mission and pioneered emancipatory work with young women

Set up a tailoring cooperative

Later was treasurer of the English Sufferage Union

links: emmeline pethick, mary neal and the development of work with young women; emmeline pethick - working girls clubs