Frances Willard founds the World’s WCTU in Chicago.
On October 23, 1883, Frances Willard spearheaded the founding of the World’s Woman’s Christian Temperance Union in Chicago. This global extension of the temperance movement was revolutionary, reflecting Willard’s vision of international collaboration on issues such as the drug trade and women’s rights.
The foundation of the World’s WCTU under Willard's guidance marked a significant shift in global activism, advocating for social change through temperance and increasing women's roles in public life. It established a global platform for broad advocacy that continued beyond her lifetime.