‘SINGULAR JOURNEY’: Feminist activist Gloria Steinem dies at 92
The pioneering American feminist, writer, organiser and co-founder of Ms. Magazine will be remembered for decades-long advocacy for women’s civil, reproductive and political rights.
Gloria Steinem, the influential American feminist, writer and activist, passed away at the age of 92, according to her foundation. Steinem, who co-founded Ms. Magazine, was a champion for women's civil, reproductive and political rights for more than five decades. She was the conceptual force behind organizations like the National Women's Political Caucus, the Women's Media Center, and the Ms. Foundation for Women.
Her life's work was characterized by her commitment to storytelling and listening to the experiences of women, particularly those of color. Steinem's impact extended beyond her advocacy, as she was a celebrated figure in popular culture, recognized for her signature long, blonde-streaked hair and aviator glasses. Her legacy as a social change "entrepreneur" and a quintessential example of female revolution remains enduring.
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