Women - Civil Rights & Equal Rights Advocates

Learn about women who have fought for equal justice under the law!

Learn about women who have fought for equal justice under the law!

Harriet Tubman (1820-1913) | Periscope
Harriet Tubman (1820-1913) | Periscope
Episode 3

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Born a slave, Harriet Tubman escaped to freedom and became a "conductor" on the Underground Railroad. As a conductor, she helped over 300 slaves find their own freedom. After the Civil War, she cared...
Amelia Bloomer (1818-1894) | Periscope
Amelia Bloomer (1818-1894) | Periscope
Episode 2

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In 1849, Amelia Bloomer became the first woman to own, operate, and edit a newspaper for women. Her paper became a voice for the women's rights movement, with articles encouraging women to participate...
Women in U.S. History | Periscope
Women in U.S. History | Periscope
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Women's History Month is a great time to explore the achievements of women throughout U.S. history. Read on to learn about women who have had a significant impact on U.S. history.
Petition for Women's Suffrage | Periscope
Petition for Women's Suffrage | Periscope
Episode 4

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Susan was inspired by Elizabeth's work, particularly in suffrage, and became dedicated to gaining equal rights for women. Equal rights meant the right to vote, equal pay, and equal treatment for women...
Susan B. Anthony | Periscope
Susan B. Anthony | Periscope
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Susan B. Anthony was born in 1820 to a Quaker family in New England. Quakers practiced equality between men and women and did not believe in violence or slavery. Although Susan B. Anthony was not...
League of Women Voters Billboard | Periscope
League of Women Voters Billboard | Periscope
Episode 10

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The search for women's rights does not end with the 20th century. Currently, the League of Women Voters creates and reviews political platforms with women's issues in mind. The National Organization...