Women’s Rights Convention (Seneca Falls, 1848)

The Seneca Falls Convention, held in 1848 in New York, was the first women's rights convention in the United States. Organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott, it aimed to address the legal and social inequalities faced by women. Attendees discussed various issues, including the right to vote, access to education, and property rights. The convention produced the "Declaration of Sentiments," which outlined grievances and demanded equal rights for women. This historic event marked a significant step in the women's rights movement and laid the groundwork for future activism and advocacy for gender equality.