Gloria Steinem, renowned journalist and activist for women’s rights, has passed away at the age of 92. Her lifelong work challenged societal gender norms and strongly promoted gender equality. She was instrumental in founding numerous organizations geared towards advancing feminist ideals.
Steinem’s impact was clear in her consistent push against gender stereotypes. Her efforts have left a lasting legacy in advocating for women’s rights, inspiring countless individuals globally.
The production team for the feature on Steinem included Elena Burnett, Lauren Hodges, and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Éowyn Fain and Ted Mebane. The direction was led by Jonas Adams, with editing by Mallory Yu and Tinbete Ermyas. Courtney Dorning served as the interim executive producer.
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