Papers, 1969-1983.

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Papers, 1969-1983.

Collection documents the activities of one of the earliest local women's liberation groups started during the second wave of feminism, and co-founded by Jeannet. Included are clippings and a number of publications (volumes, pamphlets, newsletters, and other periodicals) relative to the movement, including newsletters from the Lancaster Women's Liberation Women's Center. Topics discussed include sexual harassment, Equal Rights Amendment, the pro-choice movement, campus activism, women and work, and the National Organization for Women. Other materials document the inner workings and activities of Jeannet and the group, such as correspondence and meeting minutes. Acquired as part of the Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture.

2000 items.

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Jeannet, Angela M.

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Co-Founder of Lancaster Women's Liberation Group in Lancaster (Lancaster Co.), Pa. From the description of Papers, 1969-1983. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 46344986 From the description of Papers, 1969-1983. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 84491827 ...

National Organization for Women

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The National Organization for Women (NOW) was formed in Washington D.C. in 1966, and incorporated in 1967. The organization was formed to bring women into full participation in the mainstream of society, assuming all privileges and responsibilities in fully equal partnership with men. Local chapters were formed throughout the country and task forces were set up to deal with problems of women in areas such as employment, education, religion, poverty, law, politics, and image in the media....

Lancaster Women's Liberation Group (Lancaster, Pa.)

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Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture

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