About Ofelia Uribe
Lived 1900 – 1988 (aged 87). Ofelia Uribe was a Colombian journalist, writer, suffragette and suffragist.
Ofelia Uribe de Acosta (December 22, 1900 – August 4, 1988) was a Colombian suffragist, teacher and writer. She was known for advocating for women's civil and political rights.
Early life and education Acosta was born Ofelia Uribe Durán on December 22, 1900 in Oiba, Colombia to Juan Bautista Uribe Durán and Josefa Durán Gómez. Both of Acosta's parents were Primary school teachers who were associated with the Colombian Liberal Party. Acosta graduated with her teaching qualification in 1917. Women were not allowed to vote or create contracts. Married women were under the protection (guardianship) of their spouses and their possessions went to their husbands.
In 1963 she published the book Una voz insurgente (An Insurgent Voice).
Acosta died on 4 August 1988 in Bogotá.
Personal life In 1926, Acosta married the lawyer Guillermo Acosta, the nephew of Santos Acosta.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ofelia Uribe?
Colombian suffragist (1900-1988)
When was Ofelia Uribe born?
Ofelia Uribe was born on 22 December 1900 in Oiba.
When did Ofelia Uribe die?
Ofelia Uribe died on 4 August 1988 in Bogotá.
What was Ofelia Uribe's occupation?
Ofelia Uribe was a journalist, writer, suffragette and suffragist.
What nationality was Ofelia Uribe?
Ofelia Uribe was Colombian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ofelia Uribe de Acosta
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