Sanger, Margaret

Margaret Sanger was an American birth control activist, nurse, and writer who played a key role in advocating for women's reproductive rights in the early 20th century. She founded organizations that promoted family planning and the distribution of contraceptive information, helping to shape the modern birth control movement. Sanger aimed to give women control over their fertility and improve their health and socio-economic status. Her efforts contributed to greater access to contraception, though her legacy is complex due to her associations and beliefs. Overall, she is recognized as a pioneer in reproductive rights and reproductive health advocacy.