The "Second Wave" refers to a significant phase in the feminist movement that emerged in the 1960s and continued into the 1980s. This wave focused on a broader range of issues beyond just voting rights, including workplace equality, reproductive rights, and sexual liberation. It aimed to address social and cultural inequalities faced by women in various aspects of life. Key figures of the Second Wave include activists like Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem, who advocated for women's rights through literature, protests, and the establishment of organizations. This movement also led to the formation of important legislation, such as the Equal Pay Act and the Title IX education amendment, which aimed to eliminate gender discrimination.