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Fredrikke Mørck
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10th President of the Norwegian Association for Women's Rights
In office
1926–1930
Preceded by Aadel Lampe
Succeeded by Anna Hvoslef
Personal details
Born 9 November 1861
Trondheim, Norway
Died 14 October 1934(1934-10-14) (aged 72)
Nationality Norway
Occupation editor and teacher

Fredrikke Andrea Møllerup Mørck (born November 9, 1861, died October 14, 1934) was an important Norwegian woman. She was a teacher, an editor, and a strong supporter of women's rights. She worked hard to make sure girls and women had the same chances as boys and men.

Who Was Fredrikke Mørck?

Fredrikke Mørck was born in Trondheim, Norway. From a young age, she showed a passion for learning and teaching. She believed deeply that everyone, no matter if they were a boy or a girl, should have equal opportunities in life.

Her Early Life and Education

Fredrikke became a qualified teacher in 1880. She started her career teaching in different cities in Norway. First, she taught in Tønsberg, and later in Oslo, which was called Christiania back then.

Fredrikke as a School Leader

From 1900 to 1905, Fredrikke taught at a school called Rolls Pigeskole. After that, she decided to open her own school. It was named Fredrikke Mørcks Pigeskole, and it was a place where girls could get a good education.

Fighting for Women's Rights

Fredrikke Mørck was a close friend and colleague of Gina Krog. Gina Krog was another very important person who fought for women's rights in Norway. Both women shared a strong belief in gender equality. This means they believed that men and women should have the same rights and opportunities.

Working with Nylænde Magazine

Fredrikke helped with a magazine called Nylænde from its very first issue in 1887. This magazine was all about women's rights. She later became the editor-in-chief of Nylænde in 1916, taking over from Gina Krog. She led the magazine until 1927, making sure important ideas about women's rights reached many people.

Leading the Norwegian Association for Women's Rights

From 1926 to 1930, Fredrikke Mørck was the president of the Norwegian Association for Women's Rights. This was Norway's oldest and most important organization working for the rights of women and girls. As president, she played a big role in helping to improve life for women across the country.

Her Written Works

Fredrikke also helped to edit a large two-volume book called Norske Kvinder. This book was published in 1914 and likely shared stories and information about Norwegian women.

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