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The Seneca Falls Convention in New York marked the beginning of the women's suffrage movement in the United States. It was here that the "Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions" was presented, demanding women's rights.
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The ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote, a significant milestone in the women's rights movement.
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The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, granting women the right to vote nationwide.
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The second-wave feminist movement focused on issues like reproductive rights, workplace equality, and addressing gender roles. It brought about significant changes in societal attitudes and policies.
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The U.S. Equal Pay Act is signed into law, requiring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender.
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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is passed, prohibiting gender-based discrimination in education programs and activities.
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The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Roe v. Wade establishes a woman's legal right to abortion.
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The United Nations declared 1975 as International Women's Year and the following decade as the UN Decade for Women, promoting gender equality and women's rights globally.
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The United Nations adopts the Women's Equality Act, recognizing women's rights as human rights and promoting gender equality.
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Adopted by the United Nations, this treaty aims to eliminate discrimination against women and promote gender equality.
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The fourth-wave feminist movement is characterized by digital activism, social media campaigns, and a focus on intersectionality. It addresses contemporary gender issues and inequalities.
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The Fourth World Conference on Women adopts the Beijing Declaration, setting a global agenda for advancing gender equality.
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A global gathering that produced the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a comprehensive plan for achieving gender equality.
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Resolution 1325 is passed, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in peace and security efforts.
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U.S. legislation that expanded workers' rights to sue employers for pay discrimination, addressing the gender pay gap.
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Malala, an advocate for girls' education, became the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate for her activism.
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Millions of people worldwide participate in Women's Marches to advocate for women's rights, social justice, and equality.
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The #MeToo movement gains momentum, highlighting the prevalence of sexual harassment and assault and calling for accountability.
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Kamala Harris is inaugurated as the first female vice president of the United States.