Marga Klompé

Marga Klompé was a pioneering Dutch politician and member of the Catholic People's Party (KVP), notable for being the first female minister in the Netherlands, serving from 1956 to 1958. She held the position of Minister of Welfare and Health and played a crucial role in shaping social policy in post-war Dutch society, particularly in areas concerning health care and social services, paving the way for future generations of women in politics.