Gloria Steinem is one of the most prominent writers, editors and activists of our time. She co-founded Ms. Magazine in 1972 and was one of its editors for 15 years. Ms. Steinem continues to serve as a consulting editor and was instrumental in the magazine’s move to join forces with the nonprofit Feminist Majority Foundation. Her interests in gender roles and non-violent conflict resolution have served as the motivation in her creating and leading numerous grassroots organizations, including the Women’s Action Alliance, the National Women’s Political Caucus, Voters for Choice and the Ms. Foundation for Women. Ms. Steinem is the author of many bestsellers, including “Revolution from Within: A Book of Self-Esteem,” “Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions” and “Marilyn: Norma Jean.”

Updated: July 13, 2012