Concepción Felix
Concepción Felix | |
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| Born | Concepción Felix Roque 9 February 1884 |
| Died | 26 January 1967 (aged 82) |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Concepción Felix de Calderón, Concepción Felix de Rodriguez, Concha Felix de Calderón, Concepción Felix-Rodriguez |
| Occupation(s) | social worker, suffrage activist |
| Years active | 1905–1940 |
| Spouse(s) | Felipe Gonzáles Calderón Roca (m. 1907) Domingo Rodriguez (m. 20 June 1929) |
Concepción Felix Roque (9 February 1884 – 26 January 1967) was a Filipina feminist and human rights activist. She established one of the first women's organizations in the Philippines, Asociación Feminista Filipina, as well as one of the first humanitarian NGOs, La Gota de Leche, aimed specifically at the well-being of mothers and their children. On several occasions, she spoke to legislators to promote women's enfranchisement. She has been recognized as one of the first feminists of the Philippines and was honored with many awards.