What was the goal pursued by members of the abolitionist movement?

The goal pursued by members of the abolitionist movement was the end of slavery. At the time, slavery was still an issue in America, especially in its southern part where most of the people had slaves. Some people argued against this, recalling the Declaration of Independence which states that "all men are created equal." Thus, first abolitionist groups were created in order to combat slavery and finally eradicate it.