International Women's Day 2026 - Anna and Emélie's Journey in Making History

International Women's Day and Women's History Month Special Anna Svea Grafström Burkhardt and Emélie Dunn unknowingly made history by being one of the first two women to be admitted to the historically male-only Kleinbasler Ehrengesellschaften (3E) or Klein Basel Honor Societies. Every March, the Women's History Month celebrates the historical and contemporary contributions of women to society. Listen to Anna's and Emélie's journey, their dramatically different paths in life that led them to the identical, proverbial, doorstep of this historic moment. While Anna comes from Sweden, Emélie was born and raised in Basel. We talk about what it means to them to be part of this legacy, how they have processed this media attention, their love for Basel and it's culture, and how they became unlikely trailblazers and pioneers. A lesson or two about how to feel belonged, tips and tricks on taking that first step into unknown territory to feel at home. Subscribe to Audio Story With Ajita: Podcast ( Spotify | YouTube | Apple ) About Audio Story With Ajita: Audio Story With Ajita is a daily, English-language, podcast that delivers daily news from Switzerland. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, arts, culture, mobility, health, travel, and more. The daily Audio Story aims to provide listeners with news that impacts their daily lives. Beyond news delivery, The Glocal also functions as a news network and content creation media house. Its weekly english language newsletter 'Neighbourhood News' collaborates with local publications, print neighborhood newspapers and magazines, and websites to bring its readers verified and authentic news. The newsletter is designed to be quick and easy to read, allowing readers to catch up on the week that was and plan for the week ahead. Every Thursday at 10 a.m., Neighbourhood News is delivered straight to your inbox, providing you with the news you need to stay informed and make informed decisions for the week ahead. The Glocal's mission is to eliminate language barriers and facilitate connections between readers-listeners as human beings, coexisting in Switzerland. It aspires to be a bridge between so many beautiful metaphorical islands that exist in the country, bringing people, cultures, and stories closer than before. Stay updated with more conversations from in and around Switzerland. Follow 'Audio Story With Ajita' wherever you get your podcast: ( Spotify | YouTube | Apple ) Subscribe to Neighbourhood News Visit The Glocal