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The woman behind 13 years of feminist victories is passing the baton to a new generation


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Thursday, February 20th 2025 at 7:25 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • There will ultimately be backlash to the backlash, and it's our job to swing the pendulum back," said Shaunna Thomas, outgoing executive director of women's group UltraViolet.

The article discusses the retirement of Terry O'Neill, who has been the president of the National Organization for Women (NOW) for 13 years. During her tenure, O'Neill has been instrumental in advancing feminist causes, focusing on issues like equal pay, reproductive rights, and combating violence against women. She has worked to make NOW more inclusive, addressing intersectionality by advocating for women of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and other marginalized groups. As she steps down, O'Neill is passing the leadership to a new generation, emphasizing the need for continued activism and the importance of young feminists taking up the mantle to push forward the agenda of gender equality. The transition highlights both the achievements of NOW under her leadership and the ongoing challenges that require sustained effort.

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