Vigdís Finnbogadóttir
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is a historic figure in Icelandic politics, recognized as the world's first democratically elected female president, serving from 1980 to 1996. Her presidency marked significant advancements in women's rights and representation in Iceland, inspiring future generations of women to engage in leadership and artistic endeavors.
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Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the first female president of Iceland and met with Queen Elizabeth II in 1990.
Halla átti sögulegan fund með Íslandsvininum Karli
Iceland· 2025-11-20
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is mentioned as a notable figure on the same award list as Dröfn.
Símtalið eins og þruma úr heiðskíru loftiIceland· 2025-11-17
Ryan Eyford expresses honor in receiving an award associated with Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, the former president of Iceland.
Saga Nýja Íslands mikilvæg í KanadaIceland· 2025-11-06
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, the former president of Iceland, was respected and showed great sympathy during the funerals.
Gráturinn fyrstu nóttina stakkIceland· 2025-10-25
Halla followed in the footsteps of Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, the former President of Iceland.
Halla fór víða í KínaIceland· 2025-10-25
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, then President of Iceland, spoke on behalf of the nation during a broadcast addressing the aftermath of the avalanche.
Ógnarkraftar eyðileggingarinnarIceland· 2025-10-25
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is recognized as the first democratically elected female president in the world, elected five years after the women's strike.
Kristrún deilir tímamótamyndIceland· 2025-10-25
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the world’s first female elected president, taking office five years after the 1975 strike.
‘Still work to be done’: Iceland marks 50 years since Women’s Day Off protests | Iceland
United Kingdom· 2025-10-24
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was criticized for her comments regarding her interactions with Li Peng during a supposed equality conference in China.
Augunum lokað fyrir hinu augljósaIceland· 2025-10-12
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the first democratically elected female head of state in the world.
Persónugerving alls sem klerkastjórnin óttastIceland· 2025-10-12
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is noted for having spoken at the same conference 30 years ago.
Halla forseti fundar með Xi Jinping í KínaIceland· 2025-09-14
Vigdís introduced Thórdís to Qigong during her training years ago.
„Kílóin og háleitu markmiðin eru jákvæðar aukaverkanir“Iceland· 2025-09-13
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is the former president of Iceland, featured in the TV series Vigdísar.
Hæstu greiðslur vegna DimmuIceland· 2025-07-14
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is the former president of Iceland who attended the celebration of Jónas Hallgrímsson's 200th birthday.
Finnur fyrir anda Jónasar seint á kvöldinIceland· 2025-07-07
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir has served as the president of Iceland.
Silja Bára tekin við sem rektor Háskóla ÍslandsIceland· 2025-06-30
Vigdís was the first democratically elected female president in the world.
Bók um Vigdísi vakti athygli í TókýóIceland· 2025-06-08
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the first female president of Iceland and was known for her elegance and strong personality.
„Það var ekki vandi að klæða frú Vigdísi“Iceland· 2025-05-17
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is associated with the equality awards named after her that recognize individuals or organizations promoting women's empowerment.
Þrjár tilnefningar til jafnréttisverðlauna VigdísarIceland· 2025-05-09
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was a theater director and presidential candidate who participated in a campaign event in Snæfellsnes.
Á vakt í 50 árIceland· 2025-05-04
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the President of Iceland who agreed to be the patron of the festival.
„Geislandi glaður og þakklátur“Iceland· 2025-04-23
Guðrún referenced Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, the former president of Iceland, highlighting the challenge for Icelanders to remain honest.
Lítum upp úr símunum og sýnum meiri kærleikaIceland· 2025-04-20
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, former president of Iceland, celebrates her 95th birthday today and expresses a wish for the nation to protect the country's nature and language.
Verðmæti geta glatastIceland· 2025-04-16Vigdís is a former president of Iceland, featured in Rán Flygenring's recently published book.
Efla viðskiptasambönd í JapanIceland· 2025-04-13
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was the president of Iceland for sixteen years.
„Við erum öll að skrifa söguna“Iceland· 2025-04-09
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is recognized as a unique president and a role model for Halla Tómasdóttir.
„Ég ætla ekkert að reyna að vera Vigdís“Iceland· 2025-04-08
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is the former president of Iceland and serves as an inspiration for Rakel.
Rakel hjá Vesturporti afhjúpar vikumatseðilinnIceland· 2025-03-15
Vigdis Finnbogadottir was the first woman to serve as president in Iceland, taking office in 1980.
¿Qué puede aprender Costa Rica del país con mayor igualdad de género del mundo?
Costa Rica· 2025-03-08
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is a former president of Iceland who was featured in a television series.
Tímavélin úr Vigdísar-þáttunum komin á söluIceland· 2025-03-05
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir is referenced regarding her presidential candidacy in 1978.
Getur ung barnlaus kona gegnt formennsku?Iceland· 2025-02-26
Vigdís Finnbogadóttir was elected as the President of Iceland, marking a significant milestone for women in the country.
„Ég var mikill pönkari og alltaf með puttann á lofti“Iceland· 2025-02-21
