Societies Changing Views On Women's Rights: Structure Of Society Flashcards
What was the stereotype of a married woman in the 20th Century?
The married woman was the one to stay at home to look after the children (domestic role) while the husband went to work.
What movement fought for women’s rights?
The Suffragette movement.
What happened in 1928?
Women received the right to vote from support for equality from both women and men.
What happened during WW2?
Women had to fill many roles that traditionally were occupied by men.
What happened in the 1960s?
The Women Liberation movement helped many changes come about through their policies and radical thinking (policies concerning education, discrimination and employment).
What happened in 1970?
The Equal Pay Act 1970 made it illegal to pay women lower rates than men for the same work.
What happened in 1975?
The Sex Discrimination Act 1975 made it illegal to discriminate against women in work, education and training.
