Societal Progress

Definition

Societal progress refers to the advancement and improvement of different aspects of society, including social, economic, and political conditions. During the Progressive Era, reformers aimed to achieve societal progress through various reforms.

Related terms

Social Gospel Movement: A religious movement that emphasized addressing social injustices and helping those in need as a means of achieving societal progress.

Pure Food and Drug Act: A federal law passed in 1906 that aimed at ensuring food safety standards and regulating labeling on products.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP): An organization founded in 1909 to fight for racial equality and civil rights for African Americans.