The second wave of feminism, emerging in the 1960s through the 1980s, was pivotal in challenging systemic inequalities and advocating for women's rights in various spheres, including workplace, reproductive rights, and legal equality. It broadened the feminist agenda to address issues like sexuality, family, and the intersectionality of race and class. The movement also led to significant legislative changes, such as the Equal Pay Act and Title IX in the U.S. Its impacts are still evident today as it laid the groundwork for ongoing discussions about gender equality, reproductive rights, and intersectionality.