Feminist activist and journalist Gloria Steinem dies, aged 92 | BBC News

Gloria Steinem, a prominent figure in the US women's liberation movement, has died at 92. A leading voice for women's reproductive rights in the 1970s, she began as a journalist, coining "reproductive freedom" and marking her start as an active feminist. Steinem believed the roots of domination and lack of democracy lie within the family, influencing future conflicts more than national policies. In a 2023 interview, she emphasized the fundamental right for individuals to determine their own physical fate, including decisions about children, highlighting how control over reproduction is central to authoritarian systems. Steinem rose to prominence in the 1960s and 70s advocating for equal rights in work, politics, and family life. Her undercover investigation into the Playboy Club as a reporter shed light on poor working conditions and pay for women. She campaigned tirelessly across America, bringing issues of workplace discrimination and unequal pay to the mainstream. Despite facing criticism and backlash, Steinem continued her activism for decades, speaking on violence against women and political representation until her passing. She is remembered as a pioneer and leading voice for women's rights.