National Women's Conference 1977
The National Women's Conference of 1977, held in Houston, Texas, was a pivotal event in the history of the women's rights movement. It brought together more than 2,000 women from diverse backgrounds, including activists, politicians, and everyday women, to discuss and promote policies aimed at achieving gender equality. Organized by the federal government and supported by the feminist movement, the conference focused on key issues such as reproductive rights, the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), education, healthcare, and economic equality. The conference culminated in the adoption of the "National Plan of Action," which outlined recommendations for addressing these issues at the national level. While the ERA failed to gain enough support afterward, the conference played a significant role in solidifying the importance of women's issues in American political discourse and fostering a sense of unity among feminist activists.
