Discover how the Declaration of Independence inspired the women’s rights movement. This webinar explores the ways reformers challenged the nation to live up to its promise of liberty and equality, examining key campaigns, speeches, and writings that connected the struggle for gender equality to the ideals of 1776. 

Social studies educators will gain a deeper understanding of the historical roots of reform and how these ideas continue to shape American society today.

Our live teacher webinars provide content-rich and interactive professional development through conversation.  We’ll share a reading packet with registrants several weeks before the event and provide space for early discussion between participants.  The documents, pre-seminar conversation, and questions asked in the discussion board are vital to shaping the direction of the panelists' conversation.  Audience members ask questions during the event, comment in the lively chat, and share resources and ideas.

Our online seminars meet monthly on select Saturday mornings from 10.45 am–12 pm ET. Those who remain digitally present for the duration of the conversation will receive an attendance letter from Teaching American History for 1.25 hours of professional development.

Reform Movements & the Declaration: Women's Rights