Bernice Sandler
Women's rights activist and Title IX advocate
Born
1928
97 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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A prominent women's rights activist, dedicated efforts focused on gender equity in education. Played a crucial role in the development and implementation of Title IX, a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in federally funded education programs. Contributed to various advocacy organizations and worked extensively to raise awareness regarding women's rights and equity issues within educational institutions.
Instrumental in the passage of Title IX
Advocated for the inclusion of women in higher education
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