The pivotal change the 19th Amendment brought to American society was securing women's suffrage, granting women the right to vote. Ratified in 1920, this amendment marked a significant victory for the women’s rights movement, which had advocated for decades for gender equality in political participation. The amendment allowed women to engage directly in the democratic process, leading to increased representation in government and influencing legislation on various issues, including education, healthcare, and social justice. It laid a crucial foundation for future advancements in women’s rights.