Eleanor Roosevelt's leadership was shaped by significant events, including her marriage to Franklin D. Roosevelt, which thrust her into the public eye. Witnessing the Great Depression and the New Deal initiatives, she became an advocate for social justice and human rights. Her involvement with the Women’s Trade Union League and her role as a delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Commission highlighted her commitment to equality. Early losses in her life, including her parents, also fueled her desire for empowerment and reform. These experiences uniquely equipped her to champion social and political causes throughout her life.