1. Women’s Suffrage: In 1920, the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution granted women the right to vote, giving them a voice in all aspects of society.
2. The Equal Pay Act: In 1963, the landmark legislation requiring that men and women be paid equally for doing the same job was passed.
3. Title IX: In 1972, Title IX was enacted, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex in education, including athletic programs.
4. The Roe v. Wade Decision: In 1973, the Supreme Court’s landmark decision legalized abortion, giving women greater control over their reproductive health.
5. The Comprehensive Anti-Apartheid Act: In 1986, the US government imposed economic sanctions on South Africa, forcing it to end the apartheid system, which had discriminated against women and non-White individuals.
6. The Violence Against Women Act: In 1994, the VAWA was signed into law, providing comprehensive, national protection to women who are victims of domestic and sexual violence.
7. The United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women: In 1995, the UN held this conference, resulting in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which committed governments to work towards gender equality.
8. The Appointment of the First Female US Supreme Court Justice: In 1981, Sandra Day O’Connor became the first woman to serve on the US Supreme Court, paving the way for other women to serve in positions of power and influence.
9. The #MeToo Movement: In 2017, the #MeToo movement brought widespread attention to sexual harassment and assault, especially in the workplace, and resulted in increased protections for women.
10. The Election of the First Female Vice President in the US: In 2020, Kamala Harris was elected as the first female, Black, and South Asian Vice President of the United States, inspiring women and girls around the world to pursue leadership roles.
