Social reform refers to organized efforts to improve society and address problems. These efforts have taken place in many countries, especially during the 1800s and 1900s. Groups and individuals worked to change laws and conditions.

Examples include movements to end slavery, improve working conditions in factories, and expand access to education. Activists, governments, and organizations played key roles in these changes. Laws and policies were created to support these efforts.

Social reform is studied through documents, laws, and historical records. It shows how societies have worked to improve conditions over time.