The women’s struggle for gender equality is a tale of courage and determination that has shaped the course of history. Visionary women like Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Sojourner Truth led the way in the fight for women’s suffrage in the United States, while Emmeline Pankhurst campaigned in England, laying the groundwork for a globally impactful social transformation.

In the 20th century, public figures like Simone de Beauvoir, Rosa Parks, Audre Lorde, and the Spanish Clara Campoamor resonated worldwide, advocating for emancipation and equal opportunities. The subsequent decades witnessed the emergence of feminist movements addressing crucial issues such as wage equality, access to education, and control over one’s own body. Women united, raising their voices and challenging stereotypes, convincing the world that gender equality is not a privilege but a fundamental right.

That struggle still persists, and every step forward, no matter how small, is a testament to the resilience and transformative power that resides in every woman. In the steadfast demands of the present lie the achievements for future generations.

The Triumph of Reason celebrates the pride in what has been achieved and honours those who have worked tirelessly to overcome obstacles. Our protagonist gazes directly at us, warm, tender, and confident. She rests but does not sleep, fully aware that the journey is not yet complete.

This work is part of the European Unity collection, which Gómez Cambronero presented in November 2023 in a major solo exhibition at the European Parliament in Brussels.