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Maria Mies, a leading German professor of sociology, Marxist feminist, and activist for women's rights, began her career as a teacher before transitioning to academia. She played a crucial role in social movements advocating for women's liberation, pacifism, and against social injustices like the Vietnam War and nuclear armaments. Mies was instrumental in advancing women's studies through the establishment of programs and shelters to empower women. Her work centered on the connections between capitalism, patriarchy, and colonialism, highlighting the devaluation and exploitation of women's labor.