The Equal Rights Amendment, initially proposed in 1923, was a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution that aimed to guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex. While the ERA did not explicitly mention race, its passage would have had significant implications for Black women and men in terms of legal rights and protections.

The ERA gained momentum during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and 1970s, with many Black activists and organizations supporting its passage as part of the broader fight for equality. Black women in particular were strong advocates for the ERA, recognizing that legal protections against discrimination based on sex were crucial for advancing gender and racial equality.

While the ERA ultimately failed to be ratified by enough states to become part of the Constitution, its legacy continues to influence discussions around gender equality and civil rights. The fight for equal rights for all individuals, regardless of sex or race, remains an ongoing struggle in the United States.