Ellice Hopkins

Ellice Hopkins was a prominent Victorian social campaigner and author known for her advocacy of moral purity and her critique of the sexual double standards of her time. Born in 1836, she became a key figure in the social reform movement, co-founding the White Cross Army in 1883, an organization dedicated to promoting sexual morality and protecting women from exploitation. Through her work, Hopkins sought to elevate the status of women and challenge the societal norms that perpetuated inequality and immorality. Hopkins authored several works that reflected her beliefs and social concerns, using her writing as a platform to discuss issues of morality and women's rights. Her contributions to the discourse on sexual ethics and her efforts to mobilize public opinion against vice were significant during a period when such topics were often taboo. Ellice Hopkins left a lasting impact on the Victorian moral landscape, and her legacy continues to resonate in discussions about gender and social justice today.