Women's Liberation Movement

Definition

The Women's Liberation Movement refers to a social and political movement that emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s, advocating for women's rights, gender equality, and challenging traditional gender roles.

Related terms

Second Wave Feminism: This term refers to the feminist movement that emerged during the 1960s and focused on issues such as reproductive rights, workplace discrimination, and domestic violence.

Gender Equality: It means ensuring fairness between males and females by treating them equally in all aspects of life.

Patriarchy: This term describes a social system in which men hold primary power and dominate society while women are often oppressed or marginalized.