Meryl Streep Advocates for Global Gender Equality Through Open Letter Initiative

In 2015, renowned actress Meryl Streep took a significant stand for women's rights by signing an open letter organized by the One Campaign. This letter was directed to Angela Merkel, then Chancellor of Germany, and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Chairperson of the African Union, urging them to prioritize women's issues as they led the G7 and the AU, respectively. Streep's involvement highlighted the critical need for gender-focused development funding during a pivotal time in global leadership. Additionally, in the same year, Streep demonstrated her commitment to gender equality by sending personalized letters to each member of the U.S. Congress, advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). Accompanying her letters was a copy of 'Equal Means Equal: Why the Time for the ERA is Now' by Jessica Neuwirth, the president of the ERA Coalition. Through these actions, Streep not only raised awareness about women's rights but also encouraged legislative change, reinforcing her role as a powerful advocate for gender equality. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #MerylStreep #OneCampaign #EqualRightsAmendment #Women'sRights #GenderEquality