Eleanor Roosevelt's advocacy for human rights was shaped by pivotal events in her life, including her childhood as an orphan and her challenging marriage to Franklin D. Roosevelt. These experiences fostered her resilience and empathy for others. During the Great Depression, she championed social reform, focusing on women’s rights and racial equality. Her role as a delegate to the United Nations further solidified her commitment to human rights, leading to the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Roosevelt's ability to navigate and address the crisis of her time catalyzed her lifelong commitment to advocacy.