Raisa Gorbacheva

Raisa Gorbacheva was a respected Soviet and Russian public figure, best known as the wife of Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union. Born in 1936, she was a trained pharmacist and an advocate for social and cultural causes. Raisa was active in promoting education, health, and international cultural exchanges. She played a significant role in softening diplomatic relations during her husband's leadership and was admired for her intelligence, grace, and dedication to public service. Raisa Gorbacheva remains a notable figure for her contributions to Soviet and Russian society and her influence on political and social issues.