Ms. Magazine is a pioneering feminist publication founded in 1971 by journalist Gloria Steinem and co-founders including Patricia Carbine. It was established to provide a platform for women's voices and address feminist issues that were often overlooked in mainstream media. The magazine quickly gained national attention, selling 300,000 copies in its first week and becoming the first nationally circulated women's magazine to bring feminist topics into the public eye.

The magazine publishes a range of content, including investigative articles on social and political issues affecting women, coverage of women's history, and advocacy journalism that challenges stereotypes. Ms. Magazine has evolved to a quarterly publication and operates without advertisements to maintain its editorial independence. It primarily targets women interested in feminist issues and social justice, attracting a diverse readership committed to gender equality and activism. Over the years, it has played a significant role in raising awareness about critical issues such as abortion rights and domestic violence.