elizabeth cady stanton

Elizabeth Cady Stanton, an author and philosopher, wrote the agenda for the U.S. women’s rights and suffrage movements. She created the “Declaration of Sentiments,” a version of the Declaration of Independence that included women.

Susan b. anthony

Susan Anthony was an abolitionist and women’s rights advocate. She traveled across the United States, lobbying Congress and advocating for women at conventions. She was also an editor of the Equal Rights Association’s newspaper.

Quhramaana Kakar

Quhramaana Kakar is an Afghan peace-builder, focusing specifically on the inclusion of women and youth. She founded the Women for Peace and Participation organization and was the first woman to receive the N-Peace award.

Chen Xiefen

Chen Xiefen, a Chinese feminist and activist from the Qing dynasty, is considered the first Chinese woman to use the media to further women’s rights. Her newspapers encouraged women to get an education and protested the vile practice of footbinding.