Huda Sha'arawi was an influential Egyptian feminist and social reformer born in 1879. She is best known for founding the Egyptian Feminist Union in 1923, which aimed to promote women's rights and education in Egypt. Sha'arawi played a crucial role in advocating for women's participation in public life and worked to improve their social status. In addition to her activism, Sha'arawi was a prominent figure in the Arab women's movement. She famously removed her veil in public in 1923, symbolizing her commitment to women's liberation. Her efforts laid the groundwork for future generations of women in Egypt and the broader Arab world.