The Seneca Falls Convention was a gathering in Seneca Falls NY from June 12-20th in 1848, addressing the issue of women's rights. This event was organized by Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. There, advocates created a list of grievances and demanded equal rights between men and women regarding several issues, such as voting, education, and property, known as the Declaration of Sentiments. This was signed by 68 women and 32 women including Frederick Douglas. The idea of equal rights for women was relatively new and caused an array of different debates to take place in America. However, this was a huge step forward in the path to equal rights for women in the United States.
The National Women's Suffrage Association came about after the Seneca Falls Convention, advocating for women's suffrage. This was founded by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony
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