Women's History/Women's Movements: First Wave Feminism

First Wave Feminism, primarily occurring in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focused on legal issues and inequalities, particularly women's suffrage (the right to vote). This movement aimed to address women's rights in areas such as education, employment, and property ownership. Key figures, like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton in the United States, advocated for social reforms that empowered women. The movement laid the groundwork for future feminist activism by highlighting the need for gender equality and advocating for women's participation in public life, ultimately achieving significant milestones, such as women's right to vote in many countries.