Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A women's rights activist is someone who advocates for equal rights and opportunities for women. They work towards eliminating gender-based discrimination and promoting gender equality in various aspects of life.
Related terms
Suffrage Movement: The organized effort by women activists to gain the right to vote during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Feminism: The belief in social, political, and economic equality between genders.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A leading figure in the women's suffrage movement who co-founded the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) with Susan B. Anthony.