Definition: this name is given to the intellectual movement in the late-19th and early-20th centuries that sought to address the social problems of the day - child labor, working conditions, etc - through the application of moral and christian ethics.

The name that was given to the intellectual movement in the late 19th and early 20th century that fought for these things was called the Social Gospel. This movement was lead by liberal Protestant progressives who were fighting against the rapid industrialization during this time period.