Council for the Study of Mankind (Santa Monica, Calif.)

The Council for the Study of Mankind was an organization based in Santa Monica, CA, made up of educators and scholars; associated with civic, professional and business leaders, their intent was to further understanding to find solutions for the problems facing mankind; the council's programs included conferences, lectures and publications.

From the description of Records, 1950-1980. (University of California, Los Angeles). WorldCat record id: 38128751

History

The Council for the Study of Mankind was an organization based in Santa Monica, California, made up of educators and scholars; associated with civic, professional and business leaders, their intent was to further understanding to find solutions for the problems facing mankind; the council's programs included conferences, lectures and publications.

Additional Historical Narrative

The Council for the Study of Mankind was a United States-based organization of educators and scholars associated with civic, professional and business leaders, whose purpose was to further a new approach towards understanding a means of helping to find solutions for the problems facing mankind. The Council's programs have included conferences, lectures and the publication of books. For further general information, see pamphlet published by the Council in the Collections File.

From the guide to the Council for the Study of Mankind Records, 1950-1980, (University of California, Los Angeles. Library. Department of Special Collections.)