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Charting the Advancement of Women’s Rights and Progress Through History GRAPHICS BY MAYBELLE DEJASCO
early days of suffrage to the seismic shifts of the civil rights era, from battlefields to boardrooms, each milestone was won through the indomitable spirit of the women of their time. They stared down adversity with unwavering courage, refusing to be constrained and were committed to being the difference. They shattered glass ceilings, toppled thrones, and demanded recognition, not for their gender, but for the sheer force of their intellect, their worthiness, and their audacity. We are heirs to these moments, custodians of these changes, and builders of the future
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they envisaged. Today, we stand united as inheritors of this sacred legacy - where the power of women knows no bounds, where resilience meets defiance, and where herstory unfolds as the flames of the indomitable woman spirit lights up every step of the way. This is not just a journey through herstory; it is an awakening of the collective female spirit, of our inherent feminine power. Let us embark on this transformative odyssey, united in the knowledge that within us lies a power that can change the world.
The Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act in the UK allowed women to enter professions, such as law and accountancy, from which they were previously barred.
The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote. Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton were key figures in this fight for suffrage.
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The UN Charter became the first international agreement to affirm the principle of equality between women and men.
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The Representation of the People Act 1918 was passed in the UK, granting voting rights to women over the age of 30 who met a property qualification.
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The Custody of Infants Act in England, for the first time, gave mothers of unblemished character access to their children in the event of separation or divorce and the same rights as the father to petition the courts for custody.
Jeannette Rankin of Montana became the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Margaret Sanger, birth control activist, sex educator, and nurse opened the first birth control clinic in the United States, marking an important milestone in reproductive rights.
1991 The European Court of Justice ruled that pregnant women could not be dismissed from work because of their pregnancies.
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The UN Security Council passed Resolution 1325, recognizing the important role of women in peace and security, calling on parties in conflict to take special measures to protect women and girls from gender-based violence.
2001 The Afghan Ministry of Women’s Affairs was established following the fall of the Taliban, who had severely restricted women's rights.
The Gender Equality Law was enacted in Japan, requiring large companies to disclose their action plans for promoting women in the workplace.
The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), an international treaty often described as a bill of rights for women.
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act was passed in the United States, making it illegal for companies to discriminate against pregnant women.
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The Parliament of New Zealand passed the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, marital status, religious belief, ethical belief, color, race, ethnic or national origins, disability, age, political opinion, employment status, family status, and sexual orientation.
NASA Astraunaut Dr. Sally Ride became the first American woman to travel to space, marking an important milestone in gender equality in the field of science and technology.
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Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking the American Civil Rights Movement and demonstrating the power of civil disobedience.
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1995 The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a comprehensive roadmap for advancing women's rights, was adopted by 189 countries at the Fourth World Conference on Women.
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The United Nations established the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), the first global intergovernmental body dedicated to promoting women's rights.
Fair Labor Standards Act was passed in the United States, establishing a minimum wage without regard to sex.
The Violence Against Women Act was passed in the United States. It was a significant stride forward in acknowledging and combating gender-based violence.
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Mary Wollstonecraft, a British writer and philosopher, argued for women's education in her work "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman." She is considered one of the founding feminist philosophers.
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Hattie Wyatt Caraway of Arkansas became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate.
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Welcome to a journey of resilience and courage, a journey charting the audacious paths taken by women who dared to demand rights and create change. This journey is less about individuals and more about the changes they created. In every era, their voices echoed, challenging the prevailing norms and igniting sparks of change. Our foremothers fought against a world that sought to silence them and confine them. Their words, their actions, and their unwavering spirit continue to reverberate through time. From the fiery
2010 The Australian government established the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010 – 2022, demonstrating commitment to improving women's rights and safety.
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