The suffrage movement was a social and political campaign aimed at securing the right to vote for women. It began in the late 19th century and gained momentum in the early 20th century, with activists advocating for equal voting rights. Key figures included Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who organized rallies and wrote influential documents to raise awareness. In many countries, the movement faced significant opposition, but it ultimately led to important legal changes. In the United States, the movement culminated in the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, granting women the right to vote and marking a significant victory for gender equality.