New York Women's State Temperance Society

The New York Women’s State Temperance Society, founded in 1830, was a women's organization dedicated to promoting temperance—moderation or abstinence from alcohol—across New York. It aimed to address the social problems caused by alcohol abuse, such as family violence and poverty. The society engaged women in advocacy, education, and moral persuasion, often empowering them to influence public policy and community habits. It played a significant role in the larger temperance movement of the 19th century, emphasizing the importance of alcohol reform for societal well-being.