Corazon Aquino

Corazon “Cory” Aquino was the first female President of the Philippines and a symbol of peace and democracy. She helped restore freedom to the country after years of dictatorship.

 Birthplace: Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines   
Birth Date: January 25, 1933   
Death Date: August 1, 2009   
Field: Politics & Leadership

First woman President of the Philippines (1986–1992)

Led the People Power Revolution, which ended years of dictatorship

Restored democracy and freedom for the Filipino people

Named one of Time Magazine’s “Women of the Year”

Cory Aquino showed that true leadership means serving others with honesty and heart. She proved that peaceful change is possible.

She loved wearing yellow — it became the color of hope during the People Power movement!