Women's Civil Rights

Seneca Falls convention

Jul 19, 1848

Was the first women's rights convention, and it initiated the women's suffrage movement in America. The convention passed 12 resolutions.

Formation of the American Equal Rights Association

May 10, 1866

The association's goal was to secure equal rights for all American citizens, regardless of race and sex. The organization was founded at the 11th National Woman's Rights convention by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony.

Introduction of Woman Suffrage Amendment into congress

1877

The introduction of this amendment to congress got the ball rolling because it eventually became the 19th amendment. This amendment was introduced by Susan B. Anthony and was advocated for by California Senator A.A. Sargeant.

The National Association of Colored Women (NACW) is formed

Jul 21, 1896

Suffragist Mary Church Terrell became the first president of the NACW. The formation of the NAWC was important for women of color because they weren't even supported by many white suffragists like Susan B. Anthony.

Theodore Roosevelt and the Bull Moose party support women's suffrage

1912

Was the first political party to support women's suffrage which ensured that women would be represented on the national committee. The first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt was a huge advocate for women's rights and women in the workplace.

Ida B. Wells founds the Alpha Suffrage Club of Chicago

Jan 30, 1913

This was the nation's first Black women's club focused specifically on suffrage. She did this despite facing racism within the suffrage movement.

Women's Suffrage Amendment is passed

Jun 4, 1919

The Women's Suffrage Amendment is passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate. Wisconsin and Illinois are the first states that ratify.

The 19th Amendment is certified as law

Aug 18, 1920

“the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.”