1851 Women's Rights Convention

The 1851 Women’s Rights Convention, held in Worcester, Massachusetts, was a significant gathering advocating for women's rights, particularly focusing on issues like suffrage, education, and legal equality. Building on the momentum from the earlier Seneca Falls Convention in 1848, it aimed to unite women in their quest for social and political rights. The event featured prominent figures, including Sojourner Truth, who delivered her famous "Ain't I a Woman?" speech. The convention marked an essential step in the ongoing struggle for gender equality, highlighting the need for women's voices in public life and decision-making.