The Boston Chapter of Women Against Violence Against Women was founded in 1977, a year after the national organization was founded in Los Angeles by anti-pornography activist Marcia Womongold. The Boston chapter was formed in response to a billboard advertisement for "Black and Blue" by the Rolling Stones. Women Against Violence Against Women protested the glorification and acceptance of violence against women as promoted by the film and recording industries. In 1978, the Boston Chapter became affiliated with the Women's Center in Cambridge Massachusetts, where it held its regular meetings. The Boston Chapter of Women Against Violence Against Women disbanded in 1984.
From the description of Women Against Violence Against Women records, 1972-1985 1977-1980. (Northeastern University). WorldCat record id: 50673044
