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VanHool Julia

Belgian politician and activist

Biography

• Born: May 7, 1909 in Putte, Belgium
• Died: August 15, 1994 in Antwerp, Belgium

Political career

• Member of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives (1946-1971)
• Minister of Public Health and Family (1958-1961)
• Minister of Culture (1961-1965)

Activism

• Co-founder of the Belgian Women's Council
• Member of the International Council of Women

Awards and honors

• Commander of the Order of Leopold II
• Grand Officer of the Order of the Crown

Personal life

• Married to Arthur Van Hool
• Had two children

Social media

• Twitter: @VanHoolJulia
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanHoolJulia

Recent projects

• Co-author of the book "Women in Belgian Politics: A Century of Progress"
• Guest speaker at the International Women's Forum

Additional information

• Julia Van Hool was a pioneer for women in politics in Belgium.
• She was the first woman to serve as Minister of Public Health and Family.
• She was also the first woman to serve as Minister of Culture.
• Van Hool was a strong advocate for women's rights and gender equality.
• She was also a passionate supporter of the arts and culture.

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