Steinem

Steinem is a surname most commonly associated with Gloria Steinem (born 1934), an American feminist, journalist, and political activist who played a central role in the American feminist movement from the 1960s onward. Born in Toledo, Ohio, Steinem studied at Smith College and later pursued a career in journalism, writing for magazines and newspapers and becoming a prominent advocate for women's rights.

She helped launch Ms. magazine in 1972, a publication that became a leading voice in the second-wave feminist movement and a platform for coverage of gender equality, reproductive rights, and social justice. She also co-founded the National Women's Political Caucus in 1971 and supported efforts to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment.

Steinem has written extensively on feminism and social issues, including Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions (1983) and My Life on the Road (2015). She received numerous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013. Her public speaking and writing have contributed to shaping public discussion around feminism, media representation, and political activism.

While Gloria Steinem is the best-known bearer of the surname, Steinem may refer to other individuals with the same name. The name in popular usage is primarily associated with her contributions to feminism and journalism.