Florence Kelley (social reformer)

Florence Kelley was a prominent American social reformer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She advocated for labor rights, particularly focusing on child labor, women's labor rights, and improved working conditions. Kelley played a key role in establishing laws to protect workers, including regulations on working hours and minimum wage. She was instrumental in founding the National Consumers League, which promoted fair labor practices and consumer awareness. Kelley's efforts contributed significantly to the progress of social justice and labor reform in the United States, making her a vital figure in the history of the American labor movement.