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"First Wave of Feminism"
Women during this time were manily focused on women's suffrage and trying to encourage women to stand up for themselves. -
National Women's Rights Conventions
These conventions occured annually over a span of 10 years. -
Hull Houses
These settlement houses founded by Jane Addams became a popular place to find feminists. -
First Woman Elected into Congress
Jeanette Rankin was the First woman elected in to Congress. She was a Republic representative from Montana. -
Women get to compete in first Olympics
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Rosie the Riviter
This WWII propaganda effort encouraged women to help with the war effort in all possible ways. -
Women Air Force Servic Pilots
This union fomed by women during WWII, proved that women could serve in our military. -
Seneca Falls Convention
One of the first women's rights conventions to be held in the United States, this convention spanned over 2 days with 6 sessions that each had a different tone and purpose. -
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"Second Wave of Feminism"
Advocates were mainly focused on gender inequality in laws as well as every day life during this time period. -
FDA approves birth control pills
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Griswold v. Connecticut
This court case removed the final state law that prohibited the use of contraceptives. -
National Organization for Women formed
This organization is still around today and still fighting for women's rights. -
Roe v. Wade
This court case estabilised women's rights to safe and legal abortions. -
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"Third Wave of Feminism"
These advocates are focused on advancements for women and encouraging more women to get involved in the cause. -
Planned Parenthood v. Casey
This court case simply reiterated the ruling of Roe v. Wade in 1973- women have the right to an abortion. -
Violence Against Women Act
This act makes the penalties for sex offenders greater and provides more help to rape and domestic violence victims. -
Nevada Department of Health v. Hibbs
This court case made it legal for states to be sued for violating the Family Leave Medical Act. -
Supreme Court bans "partial birth" abortion