Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws facts for kids
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Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws
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| Prime Minister of the Netherlands Antilles | |
| Preceded by | Juancho Evertsz |
| Succeeded by | Leo A.I. Chance |
| Minister of Health and Environment, Welfare, Youth, Sports, Culture and Recreation | |
| In office 1970–1977 |
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| Born | 5 April 1929 |
| Died | 7 January 2017 (aged 87) Willemstad, Curaçao |
| Spouse | Moises Frumencio da Costa Gomez |
Lucina Elena da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws (born April 5, 1929 – died January 7, 2017) was an important politician from the Netherlands Antilles. She was a member of the National People's Party (PNP). She made history by becoming the first female Prime Minister of the Netherlands Antilles. This happened for a short time in 1977. Before that, she served as the Minister of Health and Environment, Welfare, Youth, Sports, Culture and Recreation from 1970 to 1977.
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Early Life and Political Journey
Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws was born on April 5, 1929. She grew up to be a strong leader. Her husband, Moises Frumencio da Costa Gomez, had also been a Prime Minister. This meant she followed in his footsteps in a big way.
Serving as a Minister
Before becoming Prime Minister, Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws held a very important job. From 1970 to 1977, she was a minister. Her role covered many areas. These included health, environment, welfare, youth, sports, culture, and recreation. This shows she cared about many parts of people's lives.
Becoming Prime Minister
In 1977, Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws became the Prime Minister. This was a huge moment for the Netherlands Antilles. She was the first woman ever to hold this high office. Even though her time as Prime Minister was brief, it was very significant. It showed that women could lead at the highest levels of government.
Later Life and Legacy
Lucina da Costa Gomez-Matheeuws passed away on January 7, 2017. She was 87 years old. She died in Willemstad, which is the capital city of Curaçao. Her work as a politician helped shape the Netherlands Antilles. She is remembered as a pioneering woman in politics.
