How did women want to reform society for themselves?

Women want to reform the society as per the need of the times. They wish to bring in reforms, education and some form of gender equality.

Explanation:

No. 1. Women are a part and parcel of the society. Without their presence no society can exist.

No. 2. Women create a family and eventually a society. There's a phrase,"that a learned mother educates the country at large". She will nourish her child with the knowledge of light and keep her healthy with food.

No. From education to health to social well being through various economic activities, women plays a very important role and a part in nurturing it to the optimum level.