Nelly Moia, a prominent figure in Luxembourg’s press known for her outspoken views on women’s rights, animal welfare, and the Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 87.
Born in Esch-sur-Alzette in 1938, Moia began her career as a language and art teacher before dedicating herself to writing and advocacy. In recent years, she focused her attention on the topic of veiled women in Islam.
A staunch feminist and prolific author, Moia wrote several books that challenged traditions and highlighted the challenges faced by women in Luxembourg society. Her works include Für die Frauen, Für die Katz, Géint d’Pafen, and Mascarons de Luxembourg. In Mascarons de Luxembourg, Moia explored the architectural facades of the country’s buildings, offering insights into their historical and mythological significance.
Moia was also recognised as one of the “Women pioneers of Luxembourg journalism,” a title celebrated in a 2017 exhibition at the National Literature Centre in Mersch and the Lëtzebuerg City Bibliothèque.
Nelly Moia died last weekend in her hometown of Esch-sur-Alzette at the age of 87.
