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Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston -
Declaration of rights of Man/Womans
Marie Gouze -
Seneca Falls Convention
This convention of 1848 was organized by prominent suffragists, including Elizabeth Stanton and Lucretia Mott, the convention marked the official start of the women's suffrage movement. It produced the Declaration of Sentiments, which demanded equal rights for women, including the right to vote, and sparked a wave of activism and advocacy that ultimately led to the success of the women's suffrage movement with the adoption of the 19th Amendment in 1920, granting women the right to vote. -
Ain't I a Woman
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Lucretia Mott
Lucretia Mott was a pioneering figure in the women's rights movement. She played a key role in organizing the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848, which is often considered the birthplace of the women's suffrage movement, and led to the writing of the Declaration of Sentiments, a founding document of the fight for women's rights. Her commitment to gender equality and advocacy for women's rights continued to inspire generations of feminists and activists. -
Susan B. Anthony
Susan was a central figure in the women's rights movement in the United States in the 19th century. She dedicated her life to defending women's right to vote, believing that women should have the same right to vote as men. She is best known for her leadership in the suffrage movement, which laid the groundwork for the eventual passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, granting women the right to vote in the United States. -
Woman Suffrage Parade
The Woman Suffrage Parade of 1913 was a historic event in the women's rights movement, demonstrating the suffragettes' determination to secure women's right to vote in the United States. Led by activists like Alice Paul, thousands of women marched in Washington, D.C., just before Woodrow Wilson's inauguration, drawing attention to the cause of suffrage. Their bold and strategic protest energized the suffrage movement, contributing to the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920. -
Jeannette Rankin became the first woman elected to Congress
The historic election of Rankin as the first woman to Congress in 1916 was a revolutionary moment for the women's rights movement. Her victory symbolizes a milestone in women's political participation, inspiring more women to become politically active and run for public office. Rankin's pioneering role laid the foundation for greater gender diversity in American politics and showed that women could indeed have a powerful voice in shaping the country's policies. -
The 19th Amendment Becomes Law
The ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920 was a transformative moment in the women's rights movement. It granted women in the United States the long-awaited right to vote, significantly advancing gender equality. This achievement energized the women's rights movement, inspiring further activism and advocacy for women's rights in various spheres, and ultimately contributing to greater political, social, and economic opportunities for women over the decades which followed. -
Frida Kahlo
Frida was a famous Mexican artist, who had a significant influence on the women's rights movement through her powerful and deeply personal works. Her paintings often explore themes of pain, suffering, and identity, which resonate with many women, inspiring them to embrace their own experiences and struggles. Her legacy continues to inspire feminists and women's rights advocates around the world, highlighting the importance of self-acceptance and the fight for gender equality. -
Simone de Beauvoir
Beauvoir was a French existentialist philosopher and writer, who had a profound influence on the women's rights movement through her work, "The Second Sex," published in 1949. In this book, she analyzed the social and cultural constructs that perpetuated women's oppression and explored the concept of women's "otherness" in a male-dominated world. Her ideas laid the foundation for second-wave feminism and ignited discussions about the social, economic, and political inequalities faced by women, -
Congress Passes the Equal Pay Act
The passage of the Equal Pay Act in 1963 marked a crucial breakthrough in the women's rights movement. It aimed to combat gender-based pay discrimination by requiring employers to pay equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender. This legislation not only addressed significant economic inequality, but also catalyzed more activism and legislative efforts to address gender disparities in the workplace, making it a fundamental step in the ongoing fight for gender equality. -
Testimony Before the Senate
Steinem -
The True Story of ‘Mrs. America’
Phyllis Schlafly -
Emma Watson
Emma was an actress and activist, that made a significant contribution to the women's rights movement by using her platform and influence to raise awareness of gender equality issues. She became a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador in 2014 and launched the "HeForShe" campaign, which calls on men to actively support gender equality. Her passionate advocacy and speeches helped involve a younger generation in the feminist movement and encouraged men to take an active role in promoting women's rights. -
Harvey Weinstein Is My Monster Too
Salma Hayek -
Barbie
Ferrera