History of the Library

History of the Library “I would like to send this message of congratulations to everyone who has been involved in the establishment of the Jessie Street National Women’s Library, to those who dreamed of having such a library, to those who put in endless...

Who was Jessie Street?

Who was Jessie Street? Jessie Street (1889-1970) was an activist, a feminist and a lifelong campaigner for women’s rights, the peace movement and the elimination of discrimination against Aboriginal people. She worked throughout her life to improve the status of...

Brazen Hussies Screening 24 May

Join us on Monday 24 May to watch ‘Brazen Hussies’ the feature film documentary about the Australian feminist movement in the decade 1965 – 1975. The screening will be at 6pm at the Palace Cinema, Norton Street Leichhardt.  This screening supports the work of...
Posters

Posters

Posters   Search Library catalogue Title Author Subject ISBN Series Call number for Go The posters document the myriad campaigns fought by feminists for justice and equality in Australia including access to childcare; protection from violence; free and safe abortion;...

Serials

Serials   Search Library catalogue Title Author Subject ISBN Series Call number for Go More than 500 titles, newspapers, newsletters, magazines, journals and academic periodicals with a predominantly Australian focus, are held in the Library’s serials collection. The...