Married Woman's Property Rights Association founded in Sweden

Background. Prior to the association's founding, married women in Sweden were legally considered minors under the guardianship of their husbands, lacking control over their own property unless a prenuptial agreement existed. The association was established to reform these marriage laws, aiming to allow married women to manage their own economy and achieve equality with men.

Legal Reforms. The association's first purpose, which gave it its name, was to give married women control over their own property. In 1874, a legal reform introduced the right for a professional married woman to control the money she earned after marriage. In 1884, a further reform allowed married women control over their inheritance and property.

Dissolution. The association was active from 1873 to 1896. It is regarded as the first women's rights organization in Sweden. In 1896, the organization was absorbed by the Fredrika-Bremer-Förbundet and subsequently dissolved, ending its independent operations.