Dame Janet Bostwick

Dame Janet Bostwick

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Dame Janet Bostwick is a trailblazing figure in Bahamian politics, known for being the first woman to serve in the House of Assembly and the first woman to hold the position of Attorney General in the Bahamas. Her advocacy for women's rights and legislation, such as the Maternity Leave Act, has left a lasting legacy in the country.

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Dame Janet Bostwick announced her husband's death in a statement expressing gratitude for their years together and pride in his contributions to national life.

Lawyer and political figure John Bostwick dead at 86
The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903·BahamasBahamas· 2025-05-05
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Dame Janet Bostwick became the first woman to serve in the House of Assembly in the Bahamas.

LETTER: New FNM team will carry torch
The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903·BahamasBahamas· 2025-04-30
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