Emmeline Pankhurst was a key figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. She founded the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1903, which advocated for women's right to vote through both peaceful protests and more militant actions. Her leadership helped mobilize women across the country, raising public awareness of gender inequality. Pankhurst's tireless efforts were instrumental in gaining women's suffrage in the UK, influencing future generations of feminist movements worldwide and emphasizing the importance of political engagement.