The significant change in women's roles that occurred as a result of World War II was characterized by their increased participation in the workforce. As men went off to fight in the war, women filled roles traditionally held by men, working in factories, munitions plants, and other industries essential for the war effort. This shift challenged societal norms about gender roles and demonstrated women's capabilities in various fields. After the war, many women sought to maintain their positions in the workforce, contributing to the ongoing struggle for gender equality and significantly influencing the women's rights movement in the decades that followed.