How did education for women affect the progressive era?

Education for women affected the progressive era because they were able to go into more occupations and were seen as a stronger voice in society. They were thus more noticed by the government, and were able to implement reforms that would benefit women. read more

Educated women were now working in the government in the 19th century.!9th amendment opened new opportunities for women. read more

From a time when many women were illiterate, the progressive era brought a surge of literacy and even high school diplomas to the women of America. For the first time in history, women began working in jobs which required literacy and other intellectual skills. read more