jun 23, 1972 - The passage of Title IX

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•Cause: Women faced significant discrimination in education, particularly in athletics and access to higher education.
•Event: Title IX prohibited sex-based discrimination in any federally funded education program or activity.
•Importance:
1.Opened educational and athletic opportunities for women and girls.
2.Led to a significant increase in female participation in sports.
3.Helped close gender gaps in access to higher education.
4.Protected women from sexual harassment and discrimination in schools.
5.Transformed women's opportunities in education, athletics, and leadership roles.

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