The Women's Movement 1974

Summary:

• The Women's Movement by Jo Freeman is a comprehensive look at the history of the women's movement in America. It covers the period from the late 19th century to present day, and examines how women have fought for their rights throughout this time. The book begins with an overview of early feminist movements, including suffrage and temperance campaigns, as well as other efforts to improve conditions for working-class women. It then moves on to discuss more modern issues such as reproductive rights, equal pay, and sexual harassment. Throughout these chapters Freeman provides detailed accounts of key events in each era that shaped the course of the movement.

  Freeman also looks at some of the major figures who have been influential in advancing women’s rights over time. She discusses prominent activists like Susan B Anthony and Alice Paul who were instrumental in gaining voting rights for women; Betty Friedan whose work helped launch second wave feminism; Gloria Steinem who was a leader during both waves; and many others. In addition to discussing individual leaders she also examines organizations such as NOW (National Organization for Women) which has been active since 1966.

  The book concludes with an analysis of current trends within feminism today including intersectionality, transnationalism, postmodernism, ecofeminism and more recent developments such as #MeToo. Overall it is an informative read that offers insight into how far we have come but also highlights areas where progress still needs to be made.

Main ideas:

• #1.     The Women's Movement began in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a response to the lack of rights and opportunities for women in the United States. It was a broad-based social movement that sought to challenge the status quo and create a more equitable society for women. It was a diverse movement that included a variety of tactics, from protests and marches to lobbying and legal action.
  
  

  The Womens Movement began in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a response to the lack of rights and opportunities for women in the United States. It was a broad-based social movement that sought to challenge the status quo and create a more equitable society for women. The goals of this movement were wide-ranging, from achieving equal pay for equal work, to gaining access to education and employment opportunities, to fighting against gender discrimination in all forms.

  The Womens Movement employed many tactics in order to achieve its goals. These included protests, marches, lobbying efforts, legal action, grassroots organizing campaigns, educational initiatives such as consciousness raising groups and workshops on feminist topics like reproductive rights or workplace issues.

  In addition to these direct actions taken by activists within the Women’s Movement itself, it also had an impact on wider culture through its influence on popular media representations of women. This helped shape public opinion about gender roles and expectations which ultimately led to changes in laws regarding equality between men and women.

• #2.     The Women's Movement was a grassroots movement that was largely organized and led by women. It was a decentralized movement that was composed of many different organizations and individuals, each with their own goals and strategies.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful and far-reaching movement that sought to challenge the status quo of gender inequality in society. It began in the late 1960s and early 1970s, when women around the world started to organize for their rights. The movement was largely organized and led by women, who used grassroots tactics such as protests, marches, rallies, sit-ins, petitions and other forms of civil disobedience to draw attention to issues like equal pay for equal work; reproductive rights; access to education; ending violence against women; childcare support; workplace safety standards; and more.

  The Womens Movement was decentralized with many different organizations working together towards common goals. These included feminist groups such as NOW (National Organization for Women), WITCH (Women’s International Terrorist Conspiracy from Hell) , NARAL (National Abortion Rights Action League), ERA (Equal Rights Amendment) Coalition, National Black Feminist Organization among others. Each organization had its own strategies but all were united in their mission: To fight for equality between men and women.

  The success of the Womens Movement can be seen today in laws that protect women from discrimination based on sex or gender identity. Additionally, it has helped create an environment where conversations about sexism are commonplace instead of taboo topics. This is due largely in part to the hard work done by those involved in this important social justice movement.

• #3.     The Women's Movement was a multi-issue movement that sought to address a wide range of issues, from reproductive rights to economic equality. It was a movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create a more equitable society for women.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the late 20th century. It sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create a more equitable society for women, addressing issues such as reproductive rights, economic equality, education, employment opportunities, and legal protection from discrimination. The movement also worked to raise awareness of violence against women and advocated for greater representation of women in politics.

  The Womens Movement was an international phenomenon that spanned multiple generations. It began with the suffragettes who fought for the right to vote in the early 1900s and continued through second-wave feminism which emerged during the 1960s civil rights movement. In recent years there has been a resurgence of activism around issues such as pay equity and sexual harassment.

  The Womens Movement has had far-reaching effects on society at large. Laws have been passed protecting women from discrimination based on sex or gender identity; educational opportunities have expanded; workplace policies have become more inclusive; and attitudes towards gender roles are changing rapidly.

  Today, many organizations continue to work towards achieving full equality between men and women in all aspects of life. The legacy of the Women’s Movement is one that will continue to shape our world for generations to come.

• #4.     The Women's Movement was a global movement that had a significant impact on the lives of women around the world. It was a movement that sought to challenge the patriarchal structures that had long oppressed women and to create a more equitable society for women.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the late 20th century. It sought to challenge and dismantle oppressive systems of patriarchy that had long denied women basic rights, such as the right to vote, own property, or even work outside of the home. The movement also worked to create more equitable opportunities for women in education, employment, and politics.

  The Womens Movement was an international phenomenon with activists from all over the world working together towards common goals. In many countries it led to significant changes in laws regarding gender equality and access to resources like healthcare and education. It also helped bring attention to issues such as domestic violence against women and sexual harassment.

  In addition to legal reforms, the Womens Movement also sought cultural transformation by challenging traditional gender roles that limited what activities were considered appropriate for men or women. This included encouraging girls into traditionally male-dominated fields like science and engineering as well as advocating for equal pay between genders.

  Overall, The Women’s Movement has been incredibly successful in achieving its goals of creating a more just society where everyone is treated equally regardless of their gender identity or expression. Its legacy continues today through ongoing efforts around the world aimed at furthering progress towards true gender equality.

• #5.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #6.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was met with resistance from those who sought to maintain the status quo. It was a movement that was met with both legal and physical resistance from those who sought to maintain the patriarchal structures that had long oppressed women.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the late 20th century. It sought to challenge and dismantle the patriarchal structures that had long oppressed women, both legally and physically. The movement faced strong resistance from those who wanted to maintain the status quo, but it ultimately achieved significant progress in terms of gender equality.

  The Womens Movement fought for equal rights in areas such as education, employment, healthcare, reproductive rights and political representation. It also worked to raise awareness about issues such as domestic violence and sexual harassment. Through its efforts, it helped create an environment where women could be seen as equals rather than second-class citizens.

  The success of the Womens Movement has been far-reaching; it has changed laws and attitudes around the world. In many countries today there are more opportunities available for women than ever before – something that would have seemed impossible just a few decades ago.

• #7.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, the Womens Movement continues its work towards achieving full equality between genders worldwide. Through advocacy efforts at local levels as well as global initiatives like HeForShe – a solidarity movement launched by UN Women – activists are working hard every day to ensure that all people have equal rights regardless of their gender identity or expression.

• #8.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #9.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #10.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #11.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #12.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #13.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, the Womens Movement continues its work towards achieving full equality between genders worldwide. Through advocacy efforts at local levels as well as global initiatives like HeForShe – a solidarity movement launched by UN Women – activists are working hard every day to ensure that all people have equal rights regardless of their gender identity or expression.

• #14.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #15.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #16.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #17.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #18.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “appropriate” behavior for men or women. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both genders are respected equally.

  Overall, The Womens Movement was successful at achieving its goals of improving legal rights for women while also changing attitudes about gender roles. Its legacy continues today with organizations like NOW (National Organization For Women) continuing their work towards equality between genders.

• #19.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the United States and around the world. It began as a grassroots effort to bring attention to issues of gender inequality, such as unequal pay, lack of access to education and healthcare, and limited opportunities for women in politics. Over time, it grew into an international movement that sought to challenge traditional gender roles and create more equitable societies.

  The Womens Movement achieved many successes over its long history. In the United States alone, it helped pass laws like Title IX which prohibited discrimination based on sex in educational institutions; the Equal Pay Act which required employers to pay men and women equally; and Roe v Wade which legalized abortion nationwide. Internationally, it has worked towards ending violence against women through campaigns like UNIFEM’s Say No campaign.

  In addition to passing laws that improved legal rights for women, the Womens Movement also changed attitudes about gender roles by challenging stereotypes about what is “feminine” or “masculine” behavior. This shift in attitude has been instrumental in creating more inclusive workplaces where both men and women can thrive.

  Today, while there is still much work left to be done before true equality between genders is achieved worldwide, we owe much of our progress so far to the tireless efforts of those who fought for change during The Womens Movement.

• #20.     The Women's Movement was a movement that was largely successful in achieving its goals. It was a movement that was able to pass a number of laws and policies that improved the lives of women in the United States and around the world. It also had a lasting impact on the way society views and treats women, and it continues to be an important force for change in the world today.
  
  

  The Womens Movement was a powerful force for change in the late 20th century. It sought to improve the lives of women by advocating for greater rights and opportunities, both legally and socially. The movement achieved many successes, including passing laws that protected women from discrimination in employment, education, and other areas; increasing access to reproductive health care; expanding educational opportunities for girls; and raising awareness about issues such as domestic violence. These changes have had a lasting impact on society today.

  The Womens Movement also helped to challenge traditional gender roles and stereotypes. By speaking out against sexism in all its forms—from workplace harassment to unequal pay—the movement has made it possible for more women to pursue their dreams without fear of discrimination or prejudice. Additionally, the movement has encouraged men to become more involved in traditionally female-dominated activities like childcare and housework.

  Today, the legacy of the Womens Movement continues with organizations like NOW (National Organization for Women) working tirelessly towards achieving full equality between men and women. While there is still much work left to be done before true gender parity is achieved worldwide, it is clear that this important social movement has had an immense impact on our society.