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Author- Thomas Jefferson -
Author- Olympe de Gouges -
Her organizing the first Woman's Rights Convention and co-authoring the Declaration of Sentiments were her two biggest accomplishments. She also made a crucial contribution by being the first woman to criticize the Declaration of Sentiments for not recognizing women's voting rights. In the Declaration of Sentiments, it was affirmed that "all men and women are created equal" and that women would act to assert the citizenship rights that males had previously denied to them. -
The organized women's rights movement in the United States got its start at this gathering. It led to the creation of the Declaration of Sentiments, which demanded equal rights for women in terms of voting, employment, and ownership of property. Future generations of activists were motivated to battle for women's rights by the convection, which gave them impetus. -
Author- Elizabeth Cady Stanton -
Sojourner Truth is renowned for her comments on rights and slavery. She gave her most well-known speech, "Ain't I a Woman?" in 1851 and toured Ohio until 1853. She discussed the abolitionist movement, and women's rights, and criticized abolitionists for failing to advocate for the equality of black men and women. -
Author- Sojourner Truth -
She contributed to the National American Women's Suffrage Association's 1888 merger of the two main suffrage organizations. Until 1900, she was the group's leader. She made speeches across the nation, gathered thousands of signatures on petitions, and lobbied Congress on behalf of women every year. -
The parade resulted in extensive media coverage, raising awareness of the issue and exerting political pressure on decision-makers to address women's rights. Additionally, it demonstrated the solidarity and tenacity of suffragists and served as a potent illustration of their demands. After the march, the 19th Amendment arrived. -
Alice Paul was a Quaker suffragist who worked to advance other feminist objectives as well as the ability of women to vote. The author of the 1923 Equal Rights Amendment, which was still being debated in 1977 at the age of 92, is still regarded as one of the country's most vocal advocates for equality. Seven arrests, fabricated charges, and forced feeding while imprisoned all for having the audacity to fight for women to be enfranchised. -
Author- Marion R., Frances H., Alice P., Carrie C., Mary T., Mabel L. -
The feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s concentrated on a variety of problems relating to women's rights, including reproductive freedom, employment equality, and combating discrimination based on gender. Significant societal changes were prompted by this movement, including the establishment of laws defending women's rights and raising awareness of gender inequity. This movement sparked the #MeToo movement. -
Steinem devoted a significant amount of her time to political causes and developed into a persuasive supporter of the women's liberation movement. She took part in the establishment of the Women's Media Center, Voters for Choice, Women Against Pornography, and the Coalition of Labor Union Women. She fought for greater independence for women as well as equal rights and opportunities. -
Author- Gloria Steinem -
Author- Shirley Chislom -
Roe v. Wade, a significant Supreme Court decision, legalized abortion in the US. This choice strengthened women's rights to make decisions about their own bodies and gave them reproductive autonomy. It continues to be a crucial moment in the struggle for women's reproductive rights. -
As a global movement against sexual harassment and assault, the #MeToo movement was born. It brought attention to how widespread these problems are and provided survivors a voice. This movement pushed for a safer and more fair society for all women by raising awareness, holding people accountable, and calling for change. -
Author- Salma Hayek -
Author- Ferrera