Women's Rights Movements in the 19th and 20th Centuries

Women's rights movements in the 19th and 20th centuries aimed to secure legal, social, and economic equality for women. In the 19th century, activists like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton focused on suffrage, advocating for women's right to vote. The early 20th century saw more organized efforts, with the suffragette movement achieving voting rights in many countries. Later, the focus expanded to issues like workplace rights, reproductive rights, and gender equality. The movements highlighted systemic inequalities and demanded change, leading to significant legal reforms and societal shifts that improved women's status and opportunities.