Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the historical significance of 2 June 1946, the first day Italian women voted. It features testimonies from women who participated in this pivotal moment, reflecting on their struggles for voting rights. The film outlines the battles fought by these women leading up to the approval of women's suffrage by the Italian Parliament on 1 February 1945, initiated by Palmiro Togliatti and Alcide De Gasperi.
Additionally, the film shows the contributions of the first 21 women elected to the Constituent Assembly on that day. Their roles in shaping the Italian Constitution are emphasized, showcasing how their participation marked a significant change in Italian politics and society.
Why Watch
- •Meet the first Italian women voters in 1946.
- •Find out about the 1945 voting rights legislation.
- •See how women shaped the Italian Constitution.
Did You Know
•On 2 June 1946, Italian women voted for the first time in history.
•The right to vote for women was approved by the Italian Parliament on 1 February 1945.
•Palmiro Togliatti proposed the women's voting rights legislation.
•Twenty-one women were elected to the Constituent Assembly on 2 June 1946.
Perfect For
Women's rights historyItalian political historyPost-war democracy