Astrid Nyberg facts for kids
Astrid Birgitta Nyberg (1877–1928) was an important Swedish newspaper editor. She was also a strong supporter of women's right to vote. From 1903, she worked as the editor of a newspaper called Norra Hallands Tidning Vestkusten in Varberg. In this role, she actively encouraged people to support women's suffrage, which means the right for women to vote. She was also a board member of a group called the Association for Women's Suffrage (LKPR). She always made sure her readers knew what was happening in the meetings of this important group.
Biography
Astrid Birgitta Nyberg was born on January 5, 1877, in Gothenburg, Sweden. Her father, Johan Peter Nyberg, was also a journalist. Her mother was Johanna Charlotta Ullgren. Astrid was the youngest of three children in her family. After finishing her education at a private school, she worked for a while as a nurse.
In 1903, Astrid Nyberg became the main editor of the newspaper Norra Hallands Tidning Vestkusten. She took over from her father, who had been the editor since 1878 and wanted to retire. Under Astrid's leadership, the newspaper grew a lot. She hired more staff to help with the work. She also managed a printing house that made books.
Her Work for Women's Rights
Astrid Nyberg believed in the freedom of the press, which means newspapers should be able to print news without being controlled by the government. She was also a member of a local group that encouraged people to avoid alcohol. For a short time, she was even the leader of this group.
Astrid was a very strong supporter of the movement for women's right to vote. She shared her views in her newspaper. She also spoke at meetings, saying that all women, whether married or unmarried, should have the same voting rights as men. Another important woman from the suffrage movement, Frigga Carlberg, once said that Astrid "looks and speaks like the wildest suffragette." This shows how passionate Astrid was about her cause.
Astrid Nyberg passed away in Varberg on September 9, 1928.
