Young Women's Christian Association
Organization
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Thelma Desselle Smith collection
Collection
Identifier: 343
Content Description
Thelma Desselle Smith was a New Orleans educator and civic activist, who served as the President of the Urban League of Greater New Orleans and of the Young Women's Christian Association. This collection consists primarily of newspaper clippings, certificates, and correspondence related to her career and civic affiliations.
Dates:
Other: 1976-1990
Fannie C. Williams papers
Collection
Identifier: 392
Scope and Contents
The papers of Fannie C. Williams encompass 1.8 linear feet and reflect her career and life commitment to African American education and work with young people in New Orleans, most notably between 1908 and 1954, when she served as a teacher and principal in the New Orleans public school system. Overall, the collection is a valuable resource for the topics of African American education, the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) in New Orleans, as well as youth and community development....
Dates:
Created: 1882-1980; Other: Date acquired: 02/01/1972
Found in:
Amistad Research Center
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Fannie C. Williams papers