This mural celebrates six pioneering female healthcare workers from across different eras: Dr. Matilda Johanna Clerk, Dzagbele Matilda Asante, Metian Parsanka, Kofoworola Abeni “Ivy” Pratt, Blanche La Guma (née Herman), and Dr. Irene Elizabeth Beatrice Ighodaro (née Wellesley-Cole).

Unveiled in September 2024 outside the newly refurbished Nuffield Theatre Suite at Guy’s Hospital in London, the work was painted by Bristol-based artist and heritage interpreter Michele Curtis.

Commissioned by the Young Historians Project, the mural was made possible through the support of Guy’s and St Thomas’ Arts Department and funding from the Commission for Diversity in the Public Realm’s Untold Stories grant. The project also acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Young Historians Project coordinator Kaitlene, who worked closely with the hospital to help bring the mural to life.