Title: Women's road to equality: Developments through the 1800s to present

Abstract

Abstract Through the years, the rights of women have been a source of significant controversy among the various groups within societies. The initial changes that were proposed were met with harsh opposition and marked protests and violence. However, through the centuries, the place of women in society has been improved, with their rights being given the attention that they deserve. This has resulted in many significant victories such as the right to vote, autonomy, education, work and hold public office, as well as small but equally important aspects of their lives such as driving, and mode of dressing. However, with all the positive outcomes, it is noted that women are still far from being treated as equals to their male counterparts, with infringement on women’s rights still happening. The disparity in wages, the position of women within households, the rights to inherit property are still such hurdles that are being faced by women in the present day. This paper that a qualitative approach in looking into the strides that have been made in the fight for women’s rights in the past two centuries, the challenges they have faced, and how much more needs to be done in the same regard.