Elizabeth Cady

Elizabeth Cady was an American social activist, and leading figure of the early women’s rights movement. Her Declaration of Sentiments, presented at the first women’s rights convention held in 1848 in Seneca Falls, New York. Cady is often credited with initiating the first organized women’s rights and women’s suffrage movements in the United States. Elizabeth Cady was formally educated. Stanton scandalized many supporters by suggesting that drunkenness be made sufficient cause for divorce. Stanton and Anthony’s focus, however, soon shifted to female suffrage and women’s rights. She did this very successfully, winning several academic awards and honors, including the award for Greek language.