A 747,859 international F HQ 1883 .N27 directory of women's organizations sponsored by the NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES, Inc. PROPERTY OF The University of Michigan Libraries 18 17 ARTES SCIENTIA VERITAS 1 C ; R AN STUFFERS ? BAT UMLUNI 90 VOLJNAGE 17 18 JAPY Adim H Ab conference theme... INSPIRATION FROM THE PAST RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FUTURE 75th anniversary souvenir edition 1888-1963 I sponsored by THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES 345 EAST FORTY-SIXTH STREET NEW YORK 17, NEW YORK OXFORD 7-1278 W 17-362 Executive Committee President Mrs. Sophia Yarnall Jacobs First Vice President Mrs. Louis J. Robbins Second Vice President Mrs. William Andrews Third Vice President Mrs. Oswald B. Lord Fourth Vice President Mrs. Saul Schary Secretary Mrs. DeWitt Stetten Treasurer Mrs. Robert W. Dowling Executive Director Mrs. Edmund Haines roseoff to S.3. Kegels کی جائے تو مجھے دے مجھ سے Members-at-Large Mrs. Joseph R. Anderson (Joplin, Missouri) Mrs. Otto L. Bohanan Mrs. Lisle C. Carter Mrs. Edison Dick (Lake Forest, Illinois) Mrs. Albert V. Gatov (Kentfield, California) Mrs. Esther W. Hymer Mrs. Robert Meyner (Princeton, New Jersey) Mrs. Jan Papanek Mrs. William Barclay Parsons Mrs. Saul Ravitch Mrs. George A. Rentschler Mrs. Dudley Selden Mrs. Joseph Willen : Published by RESEARCH AND ACTION ASSOCIATES New York THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES, Inc., 1963 : Ontroduction The National Council of Women of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the product of its first exploratory effort to list national and international organizations of women. Our success in this venture has been made possible by the numerous and varied organizations described in its several sections. The nature of their returns shows their interest in a publication which covers the breadth, depth and diversity of women's organized activities. This directory is one of the special features of the celebration of the Joint 75th Anniversary of the N.C.W. and the International Council of Women. It seems particularly appropriate, on such an occasion, to reaffirm the Council's belief in the importance of Women's Voluntary Organizations. Throughout the past 75 years, as the I. C. W. and its affiliated National Councils have developed and grown, these organizations have stood out as initiators of reform and custodians of the welfare of mankind: they have played an essential part in the advance of society. As their horizons have broadened from village to town to nation to the world, their purposes and programs have widened in scope. Today, it is manifest that women in all corners of the earth have mutual concerns; that they share interest in the opportunity for the full and constructive growth and development of all people, and nations, and for a peaceful, prospering world. The Council wishes that time had permitted more. extensive research for this directory, particularly in the international field. It hopes that this edition. may stimulate interest in participation of still other organizations, at home and abroad, in future editions. It seems especially appropriate that the resources of RESEARCH AND ACTION ASSOCIATES -a firm of women-have been applied to the design and execution of this initial project. Through them, this directory has been extended beyond its listing function to include interpretive summaries. of selected material which gives perspective to the organizational descriptions. Through them, it has been given given beauty of design and appearance consonant with the spirit of much of the work which is described. If this International Directory of Women's Organizations proves as useful as the Council has dreamed, it may be enlarged and enriched from many sources in the future. Sophia Yarnall Jacobs Top This pruell له wall Vacobs President National Council of Women of the United States DONORS Air France Elizabeth Arden Grace Line Lord and Taylor The Trenton Trust Company For securing the support of these business organi- zations, the National Council of Women is indebted to Mrs. Alexander W. Biddle. I Co CKNOWLEDGMENTS The statistical and interpretive materials in this DIRECTORY, other than those in the organizational listings, come from a variety of sources. An exhaustive list would be prohibitive. A special expression of appreciation is directed at this time to all of them, including- • Members of the I.C. W. and the N.C. W. who translated French, German and Spanish materials; • Jan Stuffers, for the original drawings of "A View of the United Nations." It may be noted here that the Carnegie Endowment Center- • across the street from the United Nations-which appears on the N.C.W. Organization Chart (Section B) houses the National Headquarters of the National Council of Women of the United States. All other organizations in this Directory whose address is listed as 345 East 46th Street maintain offices in this Center. Dr. Julia Henderson, Director of the UN Bureau of Social Affairs and members of the Bureau staff who made available published and unpublished materials, particularly those pertaining to the role of women in Community Development in countries around the world; other organs and agencies related to the United Nations: the Office of Information, the Office of Statistical Information, the Commission on the Status of Women, UNICEF, UNESCO and other specialized agencies, whose materials were of immeasurable help. Other sources include: • The International Social Service Review; ⚫ the U. S. Bureau of the Census; the U. S. Department of Labor, with special reference to the Women's Bureau; • The Institute of Directors, in England, from whose report material pertaining to Women's Route to Board Membership was secured; The Project Staff continues to be deeply appreciative of the confidence and cooperation of this publication's sponsor-the Officers, Consultants, and Staff of the National Council of Women of the United States. Rhetta M. Arter, Executive Associate RESEARCH AND ACTION ASSOCIATES & redits Elinor S. Beckwith, Art Director David E. Joyner, Technical Assistant Corienne R. Morrow, Editor Rhetta M. Arter, Ph. D., Executive Associate RESEARCH AND ACTION ASSOCIATES I I HTow ow to read and use your international directory 1 Sam ample listing INTERNATIONAL DIRECTORY OF WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS (IDWO) – 1963 ... to provide a compact, readily available descriptive listing of women's voluntary organizations-national and international; to present selected other interpretive material, pertaining to women's interest and activities. Name of Principal Elected Officer (1963) Name of Chief Staff Officer 329 East Forty-seventh Street, at United Nations Plaza New York 17, New York Members: 325 listed national and international voluntary organizations, composed exclusively or predominantly of women. Organization: Five sections of listings, plus one referring to the UNITED NATIONS and RELATED AGENCIES. Meetings: The major assembly accasions of the listed organi- zations (conventions, conferences, etc.) with the dates and places of future sessions when known are reported. Publication: MAIN PUBLICATIONS ISSUED BY THE RESPECTIVE ORGANIZATIONS. (Acronym, if any) - founding date. Permanent address, where available. When the organization has no permanent address, an asterisk is used after the name of the officer or staff member whose address is reported as the cur- rent mailing address for the organization. With exception of the instances in which the organization assembles regularly in executive sessions only, the listed meetings-typically-are those planned for broad membership participation. the following charts show.. 225 200 175 150 125 100 75 50 25 Few FOUNDING YEARS antedated tedated _19 1888 1900 1910 1920 0 1888 1930 ... based on information submitted by 216 of the listed organizations. Includes N.C.W. but NOT the other 48 National Councils of Women described in Section A. 1940 1950 1960 216 THE ORGANIZATIONS LISTED IN THIS DIRECTORY VARY A COMBINED MEMBERSHIP 11 GREATLY IN SIZE AND REPRESENT Eight report memberships of more than 1,000,000 pandora 2 3 2 5,000,000+ OF 40 million 5 9 10,000,000+ 31 50 report memberships of Less than 100,000 but more than 10,000 5 2,500,000+ 1,000,000+ 75,000+ 50,000+ 25,000+ 10,000+ • 23 report memberships of less than 1.000.000 but more than 100,000 750,000+ 500,000+ 250,000+ 100,000+ 2 4 4 13 Based on 176 of the organizations that provided this information by May 15, 1963; exclusive of the International Council of Women and its 48 affiliates outside of the United States. 33 report memberships of Jess than 1,000 but more than 100 4 6 11 12 750+ 500+ 250+ 100+ 50 report memberships of less than 10,000 but more than 1,000 7,500+ 5,000+ 2,500+ 1,000+ 25+ 6 under 25 8 17 12 report memberships of less than 100 19 75+ 50+ 2 2 6 2 ontents THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN AND AFFILIATED NATIONAL COUNCILS AND COUNCILS OF WOMEN 2 THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF AND MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES. EXCLUSIVELY WOMEN г & PREDOMINANTLY WOMEN NATIONAL SORORITIES AND RELATED ORGANIZATIONS E INTERNATIONAL OF WOMEN ORGANIZATIONS NON-GOVERNMENTAL COLLEGIATE AND SPECIALIZED COMMITTEES ORGANIZATIONS D OF HONORARY WOMEN ड MENU AND THE UNITED NATIONS 1 1 ---- . J } ! 影 ​THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN AND AFFILIATED NATIONAL COUNCILS AND COUNCILS OF WOMEN a 1 THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN LINKS... .. MILLIONS OF WOMEN- OF DIFFERENT LANGUAGES, RELIGIONS AND CUSTOMS . . .. THROUGHOUT THE NATIONS OF THE FREE WORLD . TO WORK TOGETHER ON PROBLEMS OF COMMON CONCERN. S ome say that the International Council of Women, founded in 1888 in Washington, D. C., at the same meeting that established the National Council of Women of the United States, is the oldest international voluntary organization in the world. Whether or not this can be proved, it is a fact that for three-quarters of a century. the International Council of Women has linked women of different nations, languages, religious faiths, backgrounds and customs to work together on problems. of common concern. Institutions which today are taken for granted, such as children's courts and women police, were unknown when some of the National Councils affili- ated in the International Council first began advocating. them. First, the League of Nations and now the United Nations draws upon the experience of the International Council in human rights and social development. Significantly, as an integral part of economic and social development in the new national entities new councils are forming, patterned on the tested formula evolved in the International Council but expressing the tradition and aspiration of a new State. The spirit of voluntary cooperation and objectivity in work are the sound principles which guide the International Council as it approaches the expanding future. a 4 1 INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN CONSEIL INTERNATIONAL DES FEMMES 5 rue Léon Vaudoyer, Paris, 7ème FOUNDED: 1888 in Washington, D. C. PRESIDENT: Mme. Marie-Hélène Lefaucheux MEMBERSHIP: The I.C.W. affiliates National Councils in 49 countries, each of which is composed of many national organisations. PROGRAM: The I.C.W. links together in active work and fellowship millions of women in every religious faith, social tradition, occupation and circumstance. Working with and through its member National Councils, and its International Standing Committees, 1.C.W. seeks meas- ures that will reinforce the stability of family life and enhance its quality; provide the groundwork for sound political development-the responsible and imaginative approach of the voluntary organisation to the myriad social problems posed by urbanization, shifts in popula- tion and the evolution of social customs. I.C.W.'s interests and activities are directed toward current problems such as cessation of nuclear testing, disarmament under controls, the exploitation of outer space through international cooperation; care of women migrants and refugees; the press for equality and equity for women in custom as well as in law-conditions of work, of pay, of access to education and training at all levels, of admission to the professions, to the civil services, and to public offices; participation in world- wide discussions of law and custom governing marriage; study of the problems of our day-housing, creative use of leisure, responsible parenthood. I.C.W. has been appointed to Consultative Status at the UNITED NATIONS. PUBLICATION: "I.C.W. Bulletin"-8 issues per year. a 5 5, rue Leon Vaudoyer Paris 7, France 1.C.W. Secretariat Presidents BOARD Presidents of National Councils and Councils of Women (49) OF OFFICERS (33) (1) (4) (1) (12) Honorary President Honorary Vice-Presidents President Vice-Presidents elected ( 8 ) co-opted (4) Recording Secretaries Treasurer Liaison Officers with the United Nations Vice-Recording Secretaries Vice-Treasurers Non-Voting Board Members EXECUTIVE 49 NATIONAL COUNCILS AND COUNCILS OF WOMEN Headquarters Chairmen of Standing Committees (2) (1) (3) (3) Board of Officers (33) (2) (4) COMMITTEE 03E1 3.3730 Conveners (15) and Vice-Conveners (45) of International Standing Committees- 15 STANDING COMMITTEES Arts and Letters Child and the Family Cinema Education Finance Health Home Economics Housing International Relations and Peace Laws and Suffrage Migration Moral Welfare Press and Publicity Radio and Television Trades and Professions "Do unto others as ye would that they should do unto you" Siège social Présidentes (15) et Vice-Présidentes (45) des Commissions Permanentes Internationales (33) BUREAU (1) Présidente d'Honneur (4) Vice-Présidentes d'Honneur (1) Présidente (12) Vice-Présidentes 15 COMMISSIONS PERMANENTES Lois et Suffrage Migrations (2) Secrétaires de Séances (1) Trésorière (3) (3) (2) Vice-Trésorières (4) Membres Non-Votantes COMITÉ Arts et Lettres L'Enfant dans la Famille Cinema (8) élues (4) co-optées Education Finances Hygiène Economie Domestique Habitation Relations Internationales et Paix Secrétariat du C.I.F. 5, rue Leon Vaudoyer Paris VII, France Représentantes auprès des Nations Unies Vice-Secrétaires des Sé ances Bureau (33) EXECUTIVE Présidentes des Conseils Nationaux et des Conseils des Femmes (49) 49 CONSEILS NATIONAUX ET CONSEILS DES FEMMES des Présidentes Commissions Présidentes Morale Sociale Presse et Publicité Radio et Television Travail Feminin «Faites à autrui ce que vous voudriez qu'on vous fit à vous-même» THE FORTY-NINE NATIONAL COUNCILS AND COUNCILS OF WOMEN AFFILIATED WITH THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN, AS OF MAY 1963, are listed in this section. In anticipation of the celebration of the 75th Anniversary, each of these organizations was invited to share information about current interests and activities. The descriptions below are based on responses received from them in time for inclusion here. It is hoped that-in a later edition of this Directory-it will be possible to present comparable descriptions of all of the Councils which may be affiliated with the I.C.W. at that time. CONSEJO DE MUJERES DE LA REPUBLICA ARGENTINA NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF ARGENTINA Marcelo T. de Alvear 1155, Buenos Aires FOUNDED: 1900 at the suggestion of Lady Aberdeen and Temair who advised Dr. Cecilia Grierson, first woman medical doctor of Argentina on its foundation. The Founder and First President was Mrs. Alvina van Praet de Sala. PRESIDENT: Mme. Josefa De Lahora Diaz De Ragusin MEMBERSHIP: Fifteen women's voluntary organizations. PROGRAM: The Council has the following Committees-Social Work, White Cross, Patronesses of Reading, Inter-American Relations, Law, Press, Domestic Economy. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Orientation Center for parents with prob- lem sons, Juridical Consulting office (gratis) supervised by legal specialists... a 8 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN 16 Junction Street, Launceston, Tasmania FOUNDED: 1931 by five State Councils which previously had been affiliated with the ICW. Two others added later. PRESIDENT: Alderman Dorothy Edwards MEMBERSHIP: 700 societies affiliated with State Councils, which consist of these, mainly; 2,500 individuals. PROGRAM: Formation of new Councils in a) New Guinea, b) further states in Australia; continued work for a) equal pay for equal work, b) removal of marriage bar in Public Service. SPECIAL PROJECTS: "Twinning" with Thailand; increased contacts with other Councils, particularly in Asia and the Pacific; supply of books, school and handwork materials to New Guinea; planning for Regional Conference in Brisbane, Queensland, in 1964. AUSTRIAN COUNCIL OF WOMEN Wien IX, Wilhelm Exnergasse 34 FOUNDED: 1902 "Marianne Hainisch assembled the Austrian Women's Organizations under the leadership of the Council." PRESIDENT: Mme. Henriette Hainisch MEMBERSHIP: 19 organizations; 20 individuals. PROGRAM: Lectures about problems of Law, Culture, Social Work and International Questions. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Instruction of women about their duties as citizens; endeavors to effect reforms to improve the position of women in their families; lectures and publications concerning the problem of part-time work for women; information sent to Women Members of Parliament; request that more women be elected as Members of Parliament published throughout the press before the elections. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Plan for altering the law of succession concerning husband and wife, especially regarding property earned in common. a 9 CONSEIL NATIONAL DES FEMMES BELGES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF BELGIAN WOMEN 17 rue de Namur, Brussels 1 FOUNDED: 1905 by the Belgian League for the Rights of Women, the Society for the Improvement of the Status of Women, and the Union of Belgian Women to Combat Alcoholism. PRESIDENT: Mlle. Nellie Wiener MEMBERSHIP: 30 organizations; 400 individuals. PROGRAM: To bring together societies of women and women leaders for the purpose of improving the legal, economic, and social position of women. Represents the interests of women to public authorities in Belgium; represents the CNFB, itself, abroad. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Activities relating to- -the legal capacity of the married woman; -the principle of equal pay for equal work; -the study of social facilities available for the working woman. PUBLICATION: "Le Bulletin du Conseil National des Femmes Belges. "" te CONSEJO NACIONAL DE MUJERES DE BOLIVIA NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF BOLIVIA Casilla 2573, calle Rosendo Gutierrez 550, La Paz FOUNDED: 1960 under the auspices of the National Confed- eration of Women's Organizations and at the invitation of the International Council of Women (Mme. Lefaucheux). Several women's organizations and individuals came together to found the National Council. PRESIDENT: Mme. Elssa Paredes de Salazar MEMBERSHIP: 10 organizations; 15 individuals. PROGRAM: Preparation of women for the good use and defense of their rights. Civic education of women. Enforcement of the aims of democracy as a method of human life in the community. Influencing the importance and applications of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Long and short term courses on profes- sional and vocational preparation and orientation. Citizenship Program; Domestic Economy; Home Economics; General Culture; Education of Adults; Literacy; Increase in the studies of the problems of women workers; General knowledge of civil law; Studies of the organization and functions of the United Nations and the Organization of American States and increasing the sentiments of solidarity among the women of the world in order to reach peace through them. I a 10 CONSELHO NACIONAL DE MULHERES DO BRASIL NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF BRAZIL Barata Ribeiro No. 539, ap. 201 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, GB. FOUNDED: 1927 by Senora Dona Jeronyma Mesquita. PRESIDENT: Mme. Romy M. Medeiros da Fonseca MEMBERSHIP: Eight organizations; 16 individuals. SPECIAL PROJECT: Reform of the Civil Code in articles relat- ing to the rights of married women. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Passage of Law No. 4.121 of August 1962, regarding the juridical status of the married woman in Brazil. This law was approved by the Congress based on project presented by the National Council of Women of Brazil. UNION OF BURMA COUNCIL OF WOMEN'S ASSOCIATIONS No. 280, U Wisara Road, Rangoon FOUNDED: 1956 "with the view of uniting the Women's Social Welfare Organizations in the country . . . in recognition of the need of maximum efficiency in the social welfare field." PRESIDENT: Daw Khin Khin MEMBERSHIP: Open to organizations constituted and organized by the women themselves on a voluntary basis and dedicated to the cause of women. Nine Member Associations, constituting a combined individual membership of 20,000. PROGRAM: "To promote the welfare of women and children and to disseminate social welfare instincts.' SPECIAL PROJECTS: Moral Welfare, Maternity and Infant Wel- fare, Girl Guides, Women's Temperance Union, and Child Welfare. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Provision of shelter and pro- tection for needy women in "a Receiving Centre" operated by the Burmese Women's League (a Member Association); operation of over 300 Maternity and Infant Welfare Centres throughout the country. a 11 CONSEIL NATIONAL DES FEMMES CAMEROUNAISES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CAMEROUN WOMEN P. O. Box 478, Yaoundé FOUNDED: 1961 by the affiliation of 20 of the most important Associations of Women in the country, without discrimination based upon religion, ethnic origin, or political party. It is non- political in its action. PRESIDENT: Mme. Mbono Samba MEMBERSHIP: 30 organizations affiliated at the General Assem- bly in August 1962, including- "Bia-Bia" of Cameroun Women; Movement of "The Cameroun Woman"; P Civil and Social Society of Cameroun Women; Mutual Association of Women for the Protection of Cameroun Tradition and Customs PROGRAM: Education, Hygiene, Household Economy, and Rural Economy. SPECIAL PROJECT: To intensify education in the rural district of Cameroun. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Literacy and Home-Making. PUBLICATION: "Tribune des Femmes.' NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF CANADA Concord House, 190 Lisgar Street, Ottawa 4 FOUNDED: 1893. Canadian women had attended the founding meeting of ICW in 1888: in 1892 women engaged in industrial, educational, philanthropic and religious work throughout the country came together to consider the idea of a Council: in 1893, the NCW of Canada was established with the Countess of Aberdeen, wife of the Governor-General as its first president. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Saul Hayes MEMBERSHIP: 57 Local Councils, 7 Provincial Councils, 21 Nationally Organized Societies in Federation; 700,000 individual members. PROGRAM: Activities built around committee structure similar to, but not identical with, that of ICW. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Briefs, growing out of study, presented to Royal Commissions in fields such as Health, and Taxation: representation on major national bodies such as the National Technical and Vocational Training Council: UNESCO Commis- sion for Canada, and others. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Campaigns to promote a) use of safety seat belts in automobiles, b) higher exemptions from succession duties on widow's estates; various legislative activi- ties on matters such as humanitarian immigration, and the need for world-wide attention to the alarming increase in the radiation index. PUBLICATIONS: Year Book-annually; Newsletter-monthly. a 12 CONSEJO NACIONAL DE MUJERES DE CHILE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF CHILE Monjitas 390-392, Santiago PRESIDENT: Sra. Elena Oliveira de Castro CONSEJO NACIONAL DE MUJERES DE COLOMBIA NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF COLOMBIA Avenida Jimenez de Quesada 8-56 Oficina No. 307, Bogota FOUNDED: 1959 by initiative of Mrs. DeWitt Stetten and the authorization of Mme. Lefaucheux. PRESIDENT: Sra. Cecilia Hernandez de Mendoza MEMBERSHIP: Nine organizations; 18 individuals. PROGRAM: Education and protection of infants. Protection to Colombian authors. Equality of rights for men and women. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Affiliation of nine institutions. Conferences through radio. Lectures for Directors of Organiza- tions. PUBLICATION: Council Bulletin-"Informe Feminino." ASSOCIATION DES FEMMES DU CONGO BRAZZAVILLE ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN OF CONGO BRAZZAVILLE P. O. Box 729, Pointe Noire PRESIDENT: Mme. Mae Pouaty a 13 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN IN DENMARK Niels Hemmingsensgade 8-10, 2' Copenhagen K. FOUNDED: 1899. A Danish teacher participated in founding of ICW, following which she began working for the creation of a Danish Council of Women. Seven organizations joined in the founding. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Gudrun Refslund Thomsen MEMBERSHIP: 62 organizations, with combined membership of 444,400; 156 individuals. PROGRAM: 1. To promote knowledge, understanding, and cooper- ation between Danish women's associations; 2. To represent such associations in the ICW. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Participation in consultation between NCW's of Europe; invitation to four trained nurses from India to one year of further specialization in Tuberculosis (1953); through UNESCO Study Tour Scheme for Women, representative from Israel brought to Denmark for one month in 1962 to study Adult Education Leaders; NCW approached by Danish government to nominate woman member of delegation to United Nations General Assembly. Note-several NCW presidents have served as Members of Parliament. Arrangement of contacts between foreign women studying in Denmark and members of the Board or member organi- zations. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Public Conferences; Sexual education "Wanted Child or Unwanted Child?"; Work pertaining to Older Women's residences, occupations and problems; Confer- ence in mentally defectives and their equality; Annual weekend conference in Economics (sponsored by the Savings Bank Cooperative). PUBLICATION: “D.K.N. Newsletter," published quarterly. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Pedro Henriquez Urena No. 53 (altos), Santo Domingo FOUNDED: 1948. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Amada Nivar de Pittaluga PROGRAM: Social Work, Home Economics, Library, Education. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Open House Club for youngsters who need educational and recreational assistance. "Home for Night Rest" for young boys who work outside overnight. "Modern Home,'' a residence for university student girls, founded March 1958. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Annual Celebration of HOME DAY with a view to increasing better knowledge between families and familiar relationships. a 14 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF EGYPT 6 Rue Salah-el-Din, Zamalek, Cairo PRESIDENT: Mme. Doria Shafik NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF FINLAND Lönnrotinkatu 11 A 5, Helsinki FOUNDED: 1911, on the initiative of Alexandra Gripenberg, who took part in the founding of ICW, seven women's organizations decided to unite. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Margit Borg-Sundman MEMBERSHIP: 51 organizations of women-professional, house- wives, social service, sport, temperance, political and other. PROGRAM: To work for women, children and homes. SPECIAL PROJECT: To educate women for effective citizens. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Re-training of middle-aged women for labor market; equal pay for work of equal value; to interest women to become acquainted with the main topical ques- tions; to interest women for responsibility in public life. CONSEIL NATIONAL DES FEMMES FRANCAISES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF FRENCH WOMEN 5 Rue Léon Vaudoyer, Paris 7e PRESIDENT: Mme. Marie-Hélène Lefaucheux GERMANY DEUTSCHER FRAUENRING E. V. (509) Leverkusen I, Roon str. 14 FOUNDED: 1958. Mrs. Bähnisch, in Bad Pyrmont, coordinated many Women's Civic Groups. Others later became affiliated to this original group. PRESIDENT: Frau Bertha Middelhauve MEMBERSHIP: 20 organizations, with combined membership of 1,000,000; 10,000 individual members. PROGRAM: The Deutscher Frauenring is a non-political, non- sectarian organization with the purpose of educating women for their civic and social roles. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Furthering the programs of the ICW, par- ticularly those relative to the woman and the family. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: 1960-Cooperation with the Food Administration; an important meeting in Stuttgart on the "Problems of the Woman Who Has a Profession and a Family"'; 1960-62-Work with European study groups; 1961-Encouraging women to vote; encouraging the Government to give women positions; 1962-A meeting on the "Woman of Today as She Is Presented in the Press." a 15 " NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF GREAT BRITAIN 36, Lower Sloane Street, London S.W. 1 FOUNDED: 1895 by groups of women engaged in pioneer work for the care of girls. PRESIDENT: Miss Nora B. Deane MEMBERSHIP: 92 National Societies; 8,000 individual members belonging to 110 local branches throughout the country. PROGRAM: The N.C.W.G.B. is not only a membership Society with policies and programs of its own, it serves also as a nation- al co-ordinating body for other societies to discuss current problems leading to expression of joint views and co-ordinated actions. Many activities are carried out through Special and Sectional Committees: the work of the Branches, Regions, Com- mittees is closely linked. The Council as a whole tackles large problems, through discussions, conferences, and other varied means of exchange as well as through questionnaire and other studies. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Recommendations and Memoranda to National and Local Governments on concerns such as the "Guardianship of Infants''; cooperative activity with other organ- izations on specific interests, such as the use of Woman Power; study of specific subjects, such as the "Common Market''; special Conferences on a) "Freedom from Hunger,'' b)‘Racial and Religious Tension in Great Britain''; membership growth and and expansion; modernization of N.C. W. House. PUBLICATION: "Women in Council''- quarterly. ETHNIKON SYMVOYLION ELLINIDON NATIONAL COUNCIL OF GREEK WOMEN 38 Voulis Street, Athens 118 FOUNDED: 1908 by initiative of Mrs. Helen Griva, eminent personality of socially working Greek women. PRESIDENT: Mme. Elmine Pantelaki MEMBERSHIP: 98 organizations; 500 individuals. PROGRAM: Carried out through a) Committees corresponding to those of the ICW, b) special Sections such as the Legal Advice Bureau for women; Educational Centers for girls 10-18; a play- ground for children 4-12 years, in Athens. Includes applications and actions to Government and Public Authorities. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Cooperation with other Women's Organi- zations to achieve the larger access of women and their promotion to public posts, equal pay for equal work, the vote and equa Ity of political rights. PUBLICATION: "Hellenia," published in English, with the co- operation of "The Lyceum Club for Greek Women," the "University Women" and the "Girl Guides." 1 a 16 CONSEIL NATIONAL DES FEMMES D'HAITI NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF HAITI P. O. Box 1082, Port au Prince FOUNDED: 1959 in Vienna, through the kind interest of the President of the ICW, Mme. Lefaucheux and the Past President, Dr. Eder. PRESIDENT: Mme. Fortuna Guery MEMBERSHIP: Five affiliated organizations. PROGRAM: To assist the more advanced women to take an inter- est in present day movements and activities of women. To inform less educated women as to their rights and responsibilities. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Literacy and popular Adult Education. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Expansion of the Mary McLeod Bethune Courses of Social Studies, founded in 1955. They pursue the objectives of the 1.C.W. HONG KONG COUNCIL OF WOMEN Room 104, Hing Fat House, 8 Duddell Street FOUNDED: 1947, "in the interest of no one particular social, political, or religious organizations."' PRESIDENT: Mrs. R. T. Eng MEMBERSHIP: Eight affiliated Societies. PROGRAM: Interests and activities rel: ting to social matters including: Marriage and Succession Laws, The Status of Women in Family Law, Rent Control, Teacher Qualifications, Charitable and Welfare Work, Fund Raising, links with other local organiza- tions and with Councils of Women in other countries, International Relations. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Sponsorship of beds in two Children's Convalescent Homes; distribution of C.A.R.E. packages coming from other countries, and clothing for needy persons allocated by the Lutheran World Service. i a 17 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN IN INDIA Town Hall, Bombay FOUNDED: 1925. In 1923, at the suggestion of Lady Aberdeen, Lady Dorab Tata took the initiative to start a N.C.W.I. Provincial Councils were formed in 1923-24, and the National Council of India was established in 1925. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Shehera F.D. Nanavati MEMBERSHIP: Patrons, Donors, Associate Members, Individual members, Ipso facto members of State Councils and All India Associations. 12 State Councils, plus 3 All India Associations; 90 individual members. 90 individual PROGRAM: The N.C.W.I. serves as a federating body, helping the Government to implement projects; gathering statistics and data through the fourteen Standing Sectional Committees regard- ing matters concerned with women and children. SPECIAL PROJECTS: 1) Moral and Social Hygiene Sectional Committee's Project-Family Guidance Scheme in Poona; 2) Prison Reform Sectional Committee Project-the Nursery Class in jail in Calcutta. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: N.C.W.I.'s Maharashtra State Women's Council Project-New building of the Council for Wel- fare activities, and renovation of the Rescue Home; N.C.W.I.'s Allahabad Council Project-The Condensed Course for Adults; N.C.W.I.'s Delhi Council's Project-Slum Clearance. PUBLICATION: "N.C.W.I. Bulletin.' "" · a18 HIGH COUNCIL OF WOMEN'S ASSOCIATIONS IN IRAN Sazemane Shahanshahi, Quavam Saltan eh Avenue, Tehran FOUNDED: 1959. At the request of Women's Organizations of Iran, this Council was formed under the Patronage and President- ship of Her Royal Highness Princess Ashraf Pahlavi. PRESIDENT: Princess Ashraf Pahlavi aim MEMBERSHIP: Open to all Iranian Women's Organizations whose must be to elevate women's social standing, to work for charity, to provide vocational and professional benefits for women and children. 20 affiliated organizations. PROGRAM: To Guide, support and co-ordinate activities of Women's Associations; achieve women's freedom and rights; improve international understanding; work for the amelioration and progress of women, girls and children . · SPECIAL PROJECTS: Campaign against luxury and waste of money; nominations of nine women candidates in the municipal election of Tehran. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: In response to the High Coun- cil demand, a circular was sent out by the Ministry of Justice to Marriage Registration offices to advise women who are getting married of their rights; International Exhibition in Tehran, with participation of 27 countries (1961); Help to people in Earth quake Zone (1962). COUNCIL OF WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS IN ISRAEL 93 Arlosoroff Street, Tel-Aviv FOUNDED: 1954 through the initiative of representatives of Israel who had attended international conferences of women, and had seen the necessity for overall representation from Israel. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Shoshana Hareli MEMBERSHIP: Seven affiliated organizations, with a combined membership of more than one-half million Jewish and Arab women from all walks of life, and representing all shades of opinion. PROGRAM: To activize woman in the fields of public life, and to make of her a better citizen of Israel and of the world. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Cooperation with the Afro-Asian Seminars in Israel for women; hospitality committees to receive overseas visitors. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Projectsfor the participation of children of the diplomatic corps in festive celebration of the traditional holidays of Israel; symposia on the subjects of per- sonal status of women in Israel. PUBLICATION: "Newsletter''-quarterly. a 19 CONSIGLIO NAZIONALE DONNE ITALIANE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF ITALIAN WOMEN 16, Via L. Calamatta, Rome FOUNDED: 1903, responding to the necessity of co-ordinating welfare projects carried out by different women's organizations- mostly denominational- and using them for educating women to raise their standards. PRESIDENT: Dr. Teresita Scelba Sandeschi MEMBERSHIP: 41 affiliated Associations with a combined mem- bership of 77,000. Six of these associations have a national basis and are branches of international organizations, 12 have two or more national centers, 23 exist in one single town only. PROGRAM: To improve the status of Italian women in the family and in social life. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Seminars and debates on special points decided by the Council as yearly programs. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Conference on Food Education; action for influencing Italian school programs; action for setting up Consultative Commission for women workers with the partici- patoin of feminine associations; action to obtain fundamental changes in the Itlaian family laws. PUBLICATION: "Roneo-type Circular Letter"-monthly. THE KENYA COUNCIL OF WOMEN P. O. Box 12891, Nairobi PRESIDENT: Mrs. M. W. Karioki Gecau KOREAN COUNCIL OF WOMEN 26, Kyung-chi Dong, Chongno Ku, Seoul FOUNDED: Leaders of different women's organizations came together and agreed to found the council through which they can share and work together for the different concerns of women in Korea. PRESIDENT: Dr. Helen Kim MEMBERSHIP: Eleven affiliated organizations. PROGRAM: Because the organization is still at its early stage and because of the national crises through which the country has gone, this Council has not moved to the point of conducting notable projects or programs. SPECIAL PROJECT: All-Korean Women's Conference, 1962. a 20 CONSEIL NATIONAL DES FEMMES LIBANAISES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF LEBANESE WOMEN 564 rue Madame Curie, Beirut PRESIDENT: Mme. Laure Tabet NATIONAL COUNCIL OF THE NETHERLANDS Maliesingel 5, Utrecht FOUNDED: 1898, following an exhibition on Women's Rights, at the occasion of the accession of Queen Wilhelmina to the throne. PRESIDENT: Mrs. N. Vos-Brand MEMBERSHIP: 50 affiliated organizations. These are not exclu- sively women's organizations, some having male members: an organization is eligible if there are two women members on its Board. PROGRAM: Broad in nature-embracing the interests of the affil- iated organizations, for which the Council provides a forum. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Discussions of the age of pensions for women; on compulsory service for girls; on dangers threatening young people from depraved persons. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF NEW ZEALAND, INC. 3 & 7 Bowen House, Bowen Street, Wellington PRESIDENT: Mrs. D. Grant NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NIGERIAN WOMEN'S SOCIETIES c/o The Girl Guide Headquarters, 25 Obalende Road, Lagos FOUNDED: 1958 at the request of the Western Region Govern- ment at Ibadan. PRESIDENT: Lady Kofo Ademola MEMBERSHIP: 75 affiliated organizations. For administrative purposes the Council has four Regional Branches; the 75 affili- ated organizations are distributed throughout these regions as follows-Lagos - 36, West 18, East 16, North - 3. PROGRAM: Varied activities and interests. - - SPECIAL PROJECTS: Day Nursery Centres for Children of Market Women; Adult Education Centres. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Adult Education Centres. PUBLICATION: "Nigerian Women's Magazine.” a 21 NORSKE KVINNERS NASJONAL RÅD NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF NORWAY Fr. Nansensplass 6, Oslo FOUNDED: 1904, ". . . thanks to a prominent Norwegian woman, named Gina Krog. She met as observer when I.C.W. had its con- gress in 1899, and she was then admitted to I.C.W. as Honorary Vice-President of Norway, and by this she engaged herself to try to form the National Council of Women of Norway." MEMBERSHIP: 24 National Organizations with a combined mem- bership of approximately 438,000; 42 local area Councils; and 155 individual members. .. PRESIDENT: Mlle. Astri Rynning PROGRAM: Referendum, question of Widows Pension, Women Preachers; institutions for maladjusted and delinquent children and young persons; women's participation in political life; help for the developing countries. SPECIAL PROJECT: In 1963 the NCNW is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of women's voting rights. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Extension of the National Council of Norway's School for Social Workers, in which the courses formerly were one year, but which now have been ex- tended to 2½ years. PUBLICATION: "N K N's Blad"- every two months. THE COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF NYASAL AND P. O. Box 9, Cholo PRESIDENT: Miss Helen Glover a 22 ALL PAKISTAN WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION 67/B, Garden Road, Karachi 3 FOUNDED: 1949. Begum Liaquat Ali Khan called the first All Pakistan Women's Conference and founded the APWA, a non- political, non-sectarian, social service organization pledged to work for national and international betterment of social, econom- ic, educational and cultural conditions, with special reference to women and children . . . to consolidate and co-ordinate social welfare activities. PRESIDENT: Begum Liaquat Ali Khan MEMBERSHIP: Open to every woman-irrespective of caste, creed or colour-in sympathy with the aims and objectives of APWA, and to women's organizations with similar aims and objectives. Four affiliated organizations and three Regional Units-East Pakistan, West Pakistan, and Karachi; approximately 20,000 members. PROGRAM: Sixteen Sections-Conference, Cultural Affairs, Edu- cation, Fund-Raising, Health, Industries, International Affairs, Legal Advice and Assistance, Membership, Publicity, Relief, Rural Reconstruction, Social Welfare, UN Affairs, Women's Rights, and Youth. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Relate to selected specific interests of the Program Sections. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: Pilot Projects in a) Rural Welfare Work; b) Nurses' Welfare; c) Workshops, Seminars and Orientation Courses in Practical Social Work for voluntary social workers. CONSEJO NACIONAL DE MUJERES DEL PERU NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF PERU Calle Boza No. 827, Lima FOUNDED: 1923 in Lima. PRESIDENT: Sra. Anita Fernandini de Naranjo MEMBERSHIP: 53 organizations (12,000 members); 100 individuals. PROGRAM: To: help coordinate the noble ideals that guide the women's institutions of Peru, excluding all political considera- tions and respecting their autonomy ... promote the... enlighten- ment of the Peruvian woman... promote the security and welfare of women and children and the prosperity of the family and society: promote religious, moral and spiritual principles... support the values of Peruvian woman and her participation in the national life; increase friendship and understanding among nations and a major understanding and collaboration among the peoples of the Americas. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Work through different programs aimed to promote the above stated principles . . . a 23 CIVIC ASSEMBLY OF WOMEN OF THE PHILIPPINES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN FOR THE PHILIPPINES Philippine School of Social Work, 1743 Taft Avenue, Manila FOUNDED: 1946. Founder-President-Francisca Tirona Benitez PRESIDENT: Mrs. Belen E. Gutierrez MEMBERSHIP: 45 member organizations. program PROGRAM: Coordination of efforts of Filipino women to promote the well-being of the nation through a program of activities undertaken by member organizations: consolidation of efforts to undertake projects and movements requiring full organizational force; cooperation with, and consultation to, member organiza- tions in their individual programs. Standing Commissions similar to, but not identical with, Standing Committees of the I.C.W., including: Home and Family; Moral and Spiritual Values; Education and Culture; Health and Socio- Economic Welfare; Agriculture, Industry and Professions; Consumer Education; Research, Planning and Information; Leg- islation and Public Affairs; International Relations; Filipinians and Cultural Values. SPECIAL PROJECT: Citizenship of the Filipino Married Woman. THE COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SINGAPORE P. O. Box 1779, Pasir Paojang Road Singapore 5, Federation of Malaya PRESIDENT: Dr. Mona Tan NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SOUTH AFRICA 35 Musgrave Centre, Musgrave Road, Durban, Natal G FOUNDED: 1909. The first Branch was opened in Cape Town when several women's organizations linked together. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Mary Asher MEMBERSHIP: 681 affiliated Societies; 2,200 individual members, representing a combined total of about 2,500,000 members. PROGRAM: NCWSA creates the circumstances by which the welfare of the community-irrespective of colour, race, or creed- may be promoted; finds common grounds among individuals and bodies of every kind; concerts in common cause all the forces for good in the community and instigates effective action; uses every possible means to inform its members and the public in matters of common concern; works increasingly toward improving the status of women: promotes the well-being of the young, public safety, efficiency and good will. PUBLICATIONS: ''N.C.W. News"-official journal; "In the Name of the Council"-monthly circular. a24 COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SOUTH WEST AFRICA P. O. Box 1275, Windhoek PRESIDENT: Mrs. A. F. LaGrange NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SOUTHERN RHODESIA 35, N.E.M. House, Eighth Avenue, Bulawayo FOUNDED: 1946, by two local Councils of Women-Bulawayo and Gwelo; Salisbury joined later, in 1953. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Moira Lloyd MEMBERSHIP: 62 affiliated Societies; 7 associated Societies; 127 private members. The N.C.W. in Southern Rhodesia is fully multi-racial. Meetings of all Branches, as well as Annual Con- ferences, are attended by delegates of all races. PROGRAM: Currently working on varied matters, including: need for a new secondary school in Bulawayo; alleviating the high cost of living; amending the Children's Protection and Adoption Act; establishing a museum in Gwelo; organizing multi-racial outings for children of all races; investigation into District Nursing Service; presenting evidence to a Commission of Enquiry into the marketing of maize. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: 1) Efforts to bring about amendments of laws including those relating to: Protection of Deserted Wives and Children; Surety ship; Matrimonial Causes; Maintenance Orders; Protection and Adoption of Children; Marriage; Guardianship of Minors; 2) Raising the retirement age of women from the Federal Civil Service from 55 to 60; 3) Im- provements in the Maternity Home in Gwelo. PUBLICATION: "N.C.W.S.R." - Quarterly newsletter. SVENSKA KVINNORS NATIONAL FÖRBUND NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SWEDEN Garver Lundin sgränd 9, Stockholm k PRESIDENT: Miss Waern - Bugge a25 ALLIANCE DE SOCIÉTÉS FÉMININES SUISSES BUND SCHWEIZERISCHER FRAUENVEREINE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF SWITZERLAND Merkurstrasse 45, Zurich 7/32 FOUNDED: 1900, on the initiative of four women's associations in Berne, Geneva, Lausanne, and Zurich. PRESIDENT: Dr. Dora Rittmeyer Islein MEMBERSHIP: 45 associations. PROGRAM: On the federal level, N.C.W. brings together the women of Switzerland through the affiliated Societies and repre- sents their interests to the public and authorities and on technical and expert commissions; presents their opinions on all proposed legislation which, in any way, touch on women's interests. This procedural relationship with the Government has been especially significant in the absence of the Swiss women's right to vote or to be elected to public office. N.C.W. works to improve the status of women in professional life, in the family, community and state. Special expert committees to deal with individual questions are appointed by the board. Interests include: women's s professional status; economic problems; law and insur- ance; social affairs; public health, education; radio and televi- sion; international relations. national, 18 cantonal (state), 185 185 local SPECIAL PROJECTS: Housing Problems; Sex Education; Mental Hygiene; Sickness and Maternity Insurance; Insurance for the Physically and Mentally Handicapped; Modernization of the criminal law as it concerns women; Revision of the law relating to illegitimacy. MOST EFFECTIVE PROJECTS: Equal pay for equal work; re- vision of family law; social insurances; detention of women; technical professions for women; information. PUBLICATIONS: "Schweiz Frauenblatt," and "Mouvement Féministe." NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF TANGANYIKA c/o Mrs. E. Keight, P. O. Box 9100, Dar-Es-Salaam PRESIDENT: Mrs. Julius Nyerere a 26 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THAILAND Under the Royal Patronage of HER MAJESTY, THE QUEEN 233 Rajavithi Road, Bangkok FOUNDED: 1956 to meet the interest of the women's associa- tions and organizations in Thailand. PRESIDENT: Princess Prem Purachatra MEMBERSHIP: 82 affiliated women's associations and organiza- tions; 28,000 individual members. The General Council consists of representatives of organizations that are regular members. Associate and Honorary members may take part in the general meetings. PROGRAM: NCWT serves as a non-governmental, non-partisan institution which provides a clearing-house for the exchange of views and knowledge; works toward fortifying and upholding the well-being of human beings, particularly of women, regardless of their status and religious faith. Recent activities included a Regional Workshop on Civic Responsibility and Community Development. SPECIAL PROJECTS: 1) Trok Chan Pilot Project in Community Development; 2) Handicrafts Display Centre; 3) Safety and Welfare for Young Girl Project. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECT: Trok Chan Pilot Project in Community Development. PUBLICATION: "News of the National Council of Women of Thailand." L'UNION NATIONALE DES FEMMES TUNISIENNES NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TUNISIAN WOMEN 158 Rue Bab Souka, Tunis PRESIDENT: Mme. Radhia Haddad a 27 O "KADINLAR DAYANISMA BIRLIGI" TURKISH NATIONAL COUNCIL Serce Sokak No 17/7 Yenisehir-Ankara P.K. 44 Yenisehir-Ankara FOUNDED: 1959 after consultation between Mme. Afile Ayda and the 1.C.W. Executive at the meeting in Vienna in the same year. PRESIDENT: Mme. Muevver Ertan MEMBERSHIP: Six affiliated organizations; approximately 2,000 individual members. PROGRAM: Cooperation with the I.C. W. Promotion of Committee work, and the founding of local branches in a number of towns in Turkey. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Founding of a "School for Parents" and of Rest Homes for elderly persons. MOST SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS: On the occasion of the "World Week Against Hunger" the Council distributed foodstuffs in three villages and to children of needy families in a school. The Council provided clothing for the children of an orphanage. Two conferences-one on "Suicides" and the other on "The Social Aspect of the Work of Women in Turkey" were organized. The Council does not publish a Bulletin, but it makes use of a newspaper entitled "Kadin" published by Mme. Iffet Salim Ortiz, President of the Local Council of Istanbul. UGANDA COUNCIL OF WOMEN P. O. Box 1663, Kampala PRESIDENT: Mrs. Rebecca Mulira NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES 345 East Forty-sixth Street, New York 17, New York PRESIDENT: Mrs. Yarnall Jacobs (Refer Section B.) a 28 THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN was among the first to formulate the conception proclaimed by the UNITED NATIONS General Assembly declaration in 1959 when it adopted unanimously the WITHOUT ANY EXCEPTION, DISTINCTION OR DISCRIMINATION, ALL CHILDREN SHOULD ENJOY THESE RIGHTS.... SPECIAL PROTECTION... OPPORTUNITIES AND FACILITIES, AND GUARANTEED BY LAWS OTHER MEANS. SOCIAL SECURITY... GOOD HEALTH, ADEQUATE NUTRITION, PROPER HOUSING. IDENTITY... ENTITLED FROM BIRTH TO A NAME PARTICULAR TREATMENT, EDUCATION AND CARE FOR THE HANDICAPPED. AND NATIONALITY. of the rights of the child LOVE AND UNDERSTANDING... IN AN ATMOSPHERE OF AFFECTION, AND SECURITY, WITHIN THE FAMILY WHEREVER POSSIBLE. FULL OPPORTUNITY FOR EDUCATION... FOR PLAY AND RECREATION. FIRST CONSIDERATION FOR RELIEF AND PROTECTION IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. A SPIRIT OF UNDERSTANDING, TOLERANCE, FRIENDSHIP AMONG PEOPLES, PEACE AND UNIVERSAL BROTHERHOOD. FREEDOM TO DEVELOP PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY AND MORALLY... PROTECTED FROM NEGLECT, CRUELTY AND EXPLOITATION. & tosses its rose to the leading ladies of the world_ the distinguished members of the International Council of Women THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF ୮ WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES AND MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS O 17 D fo A NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES "CLEARING HOUSE CATALYST ... CUSTODIAN OF A RICH HERITAGE FROM ITS FOUNDERS.” b 5 << शु the application of the Golden Rule to society, custom and law.” hese words conclude the Preamble to the Constitution of the National Council of Women of the United States, adopted in 1888 in Washington, D. C., at a meeting of several hundred women led by Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Clara Barton, Julia Ward Howe, May Wright Sewall-women whose names are now legend. The concern of women for the welfare of the family in every aspect was then and still is the ingredient which motivates women of good will and their organizations. All women's organizations owe some of their remarkable effectiveness today to the united efforts of women pioneering in social reform. They have helped bring about the first hospital care for the ill, the first humane treatment of the insane, the abolition of child labor, higher education for women, and women's suffrage. → Now new and urgent problems challenge the full capabil- ities of women and their organizations. Now, as in 1888, the National Council of Women of the United States is a channel through which women can unite their organiza- tions and pool their resources. b6 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES, INC. 345 East 46th Street, New York 17, New York FOUNDED: 1888, in Washington, D. C. PRESIDENT: Mrs. Yarnall Jacobs MEMBERSHIP: 26 affiliated organizations representing a combined membership of 4,000,000; 1,500 individual members in 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. PURPOSE: To serve as information center and clearing house for its affiliated women's organizations; to con- duct pilot projects and sponsor conferences on national and international problems and matters of concern. women, sharing results with affiliated groups; to provide exchange of news and ideas among women of the Free World. to PROGRAM: Working with and through its affiliated organizations and its committees-1.C.W.-related as well as its own-N.C.W. compiles and distributes information; sponsors conferences, meetings and seminars on urgent aspects of National policy and International affairs; explores ways of easing tensions and furthering demo- cratic practices and procedures; seeks ways of enhancing the use of women as volunteers and in leadership roles; studies; evaluates; advises. SPECIAL PROJECTS: All-Woman Conferences and Seminars; International Scholarships; Discussions of Pressing Problems of Social Importance; Special Surveys; Hospitality and Special Programs for wives and children of UN delegates, other guests and new residents from other countries; establishment of a Register of Qualified Women for voluntary service at the national or interna- tional level. PUBLICATIONS: "N.C.W. Bulletin"'UN Calendar and Digest." b7 Regular N.C.W.-I.C.W. Arts Child Welfare Cinema Education Health Home Economics Housing International Relations and Peace Laws and Suffrage Migration Moral Welfare Radio and Television Trades and Professions THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES Chairmen of Standing Committees Special N.C.W. Finance Human Relations International Hospitality New York Hospitality Membership BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Officers Honorary President President Vice-Presidents(4) Secretary Treasurer Members-at-Large(14) Executive Staff Individual Members Designated Representative(1) of each Affiliated Organization Affiliated Organizations 1 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, INC. – 1913 Original affiliation through Women's Division. is a private health agency with the three-fold program in research, service and education. Mr. Francis J. Wilcox, Chairman, Board of Directors (1963) Mrs. Robert F. Leyden, Associate Director, Public Education 521 West Fifty-seventh Street New York 19, New York Organization: The Society is administered by volun- teer Boards; more than 3,000 units in 59 divisions. Annual Meeting (October 1963). Publication: CANCER NEWS. "C AMERICAN MOTHERS COMMITTEE, INC. (AMC) - 1954 · ܚ previously under Golden Rule Foundation since 1935 .. to develop and strengthen the moral and spiritual foundation of the American home and to give to the observance of Mother's Day a spiritual quality which highlights the standards of ideal motherhood and recognizes the important role of the mother in the home, the community, the nation and the world. Its basic program is the Counselor Motherhood Services. Mrs. Dorothy Lewis, President (1965) Miss Bette Thornton, Secretary AMERICAN WOMAN'S ASSOCIATION, INC. (A.W.A.) – 1922 to advance the economic, cultural and social interests of women in their chosen fields of endeav- or"; committed to recognition of accomplishments of women and to support of continued research and education of women of promise. Miss Dorothy Barko, President (1964) The Waldorf-Astoria, Room 2226 New York 22, New York Members: 3,000. Organization: 50 state associations; regional chairmen. Annual Meeting. Publication: THE NATIONAL HEARTHSTONE. 19 West Forty-fourth Street, Suite 1207 New York 36, New York Members: 250 in many states, but mostly New York. Organization: Reciprocal arrangements for exchange of information with 40 clubs in 30 states. Annual AWA Award for Eminent Achievement. Publication: AWA HIGHLIGHTS. 1 b 10 BYELORUSSIAN-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION- WOMEN'S DIVISION (Byelorussian Women's Association) – 1949 - ... to unite women of Byelorussian descent in civic, cultural and charitative activities and to serve as information center about Byelorussians. Mrs. Vera Bartul, President (1963) 401 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, New York Members: 250 in 4 states. Organization: State units. Biennial All-Day Conference. CANADIAN-AMERICAN WOMEN'S COMMITTEE 1942 for the development of mutual appreciation and cooperation between the peoples and governments of our two countries through increased knowledge. • Dr. May Hall James, Chairman, American Section 70 Howe Street, Apartment 608 New Haven 11, Connecticut Members: 80 in 13 states. Organization: One state branch; two centers. Semi-Annual Meeting (Spring and Fall). Publication: NEWSLETTER. COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF INDIANAPOLIS, INC. 1892 ... to bring into direct communication with one another all organized bodies in the city, not to con- strain their work, but to let each body of women know what is being done by all others; to secure the help of others in any large undertaking. Mrs. Harold E. Rodden, President (1963) 337 Campbell Avenue Indianapolis 19, Indiana Members: 184 clubs with a total membership of 38,000. Monthly Delegate Assembly. Publication: BULLETIN. FASHION GROUP, INC. 1930 • to have meetings of information in the Fashion Field; to help women get ahead in fashion careers via Career Courses, scholarships, job counseling, etc. Miss Margaret de Mille, President (1963) Miss Eleanor McMillen, Executive Director 9 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 1722 New York 20, New York Members: 4,000 in 50 states, Paris, Mexico City, and Melbourne. Organization: 32 regional and non-resident categories. Meetings (about 12 per year). Publication: THE BULLETIN. b11 b12 FEDERATION OF AMERICAN WOMEN'S CLUBS OVERSEAS (FAWCO) 1932 . to act as a necessary link among American women abroad and between American and Overseas communities; to open channels of communication and learn to understand customs and culture of our host countries. Mrs. Stanley Hale, President (1965) Zuerichstrasse 121c Knuesnacht/ ZH, Switzerland Members: 20 clubs in 14 countries with a total mem- bership of over 5,000. Biennial Conference (March 1965, London, England); also, Interim Conference. Publication: FAWCO REVIEW. HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA (Hadassah) — 1912 in Israel, conducts-through the Hadassah Medi- cal Organization-standard-making healing, teaching and research programs; maintains a comprehensive vocational education program; participates in youth rehabilitation through Youth Aliyah, of which Hadas- sah is official representative in U. S. In U. S., Hadassah, conducts adult education and youth pro- grams; helps interpret Israel to American community; and participates in efforts to safeguard democracy. Mrs. Siegfried Kramarsky, President (1963) Miss Hannah L. Goldberg, Executive Director 65 East Fifty-second Street New York 22, New York Members: 1,320 chapters and groups in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with a total membership of 318,000. Organization: 29 regions. Annual National Convention (October 1963, Washington, D. C.); also, annual Mid-Winter Conference, and annual Regional Conferences. Publications: HADASSAH MAGAZINE; HADASSAH HEADLINES. INDIANA STATE COUNCIL OF WOMEN, INC.- MAY WRIGHT SEWALL - 1921 K ... that the good of humanity will be advanced by unity of thought, sympathy and purpose, and that an organized movement will best conserve the highest good of the family and of the State, this Council is established to unite in a Federation workers to further the application of the Golden Rule to society, custom and law. Mrs. Harold E. Rodden, President* (1965) 337 Campbell Avenue Indianapolis 19, Indiana Organization: 10 regions. Quarterly Meetings (August and November, 1963, Indianapolis, Indiana). 1 I I INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN (Refer Section E) LADIES AUXILIARY TO THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES (V.F.W. Auxiliary) — 1914 to serve veterans and their dependents; to main- tain true allegiance to the government, fidelity to its constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of freedom, equal rights and justice to all; to preserve and defend the U. S. A. from all enemies whatsoever. Mrs. Merton B. Tice, National President (1963) Mrs. Hazel Miller, National Secretary-Treasurer 406 West Thirty-fourth Street Kansas City 11, Missouri Members: 350,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, Okinawa, Japan, Samoa, and the Canal Zone. Organization: By states; 6,800 units. Annual National Convention (August 1963, Seattle, Washington); also, annual State Conventions. Publication: THE NATIONAL BULLETIN. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLORED WOMEN'S CLUBS (National Association or NACWC) — 1896 • to promote the education of women and girls; to raise the standard of home, family and community; to protect the rights of women and children who work; to obtain human rights for all and equal opportunity for qualified women in employment; to promote inter- racial understanding, justice and peace among all people. Mrs. Rosa L. Gragg, President (1964) Mrs. Carol Anthony Early, Head quarters Secretary 1601 R Street, N. W. Washington 9, D. C. Members: 1,000 in 40 states and District of Columbia, also, 2 affiliated organizations in 2 states with a combined membership of 800. Organization: 41 state units, 5 regions; Young Adults Division; sponsors National Association of Girl's Clubs. Annual Convention (July 1963, Denver, Colorado). Publications: NATIONAL NOTES; GIRL'S GUIDE; YOUNG ADULTS DIRECTORY. b13 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NEGRO BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S CLUBS, INC. 1935 to promote and protect the interests of business and professional women and to create fellowship among them: to direct the interest of business and professional women toward united action for improved social and civic conditions: to encourage the organi- zation of subsidiary clubs throughout the United States and other parts of the world and to create and develop opportunities for women in business and the professions. Mrs. Florence Allen Holmes, National President (1965) 509 Clocks Boulevard West Amityville, New York ܚ Members: 15,000 in 40 states, District of Columbia, British West Indies, Bermuda, and Africa; also, 40 junior clubs (for ages 16-19) with a total membership of 5,000. Organization: Ten regions. Annual Convention (October 1963, Washington, D. C.). Publication: RESPONSIBILITY. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR PRACTICAL NURSE EDUCATION AND SERVICE, INC. 1941 national accrediting agency for schools of Practical Nursing. Consultation service to beginning schools. Curriculum research and development. Back- stops for professional nurse instructors of Practical Nursing. Publishes educational materials, magazine, and yearly list of approved schools of Practical Nursing. Summer school workshops for professional and practical nurses. • Miss Eleanor A. Gaffney, R.N., President Mrs. Veronica L. Conley, R.N., Ph.D., Executive Director 475 Riverside Drive, Suite 1202 New York 27, New York . Members: 35 state associations plus other types of members for a total of 25,000+ in 50 states. Annual Convention. Publication: PRACTICAL NURSING. b 14 I NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. (NCNW) - 1935 to promote unity of action among women's na- tional organizations and among all women in matters affecting the educational, cultural, economic, social and political life of America; to collect, interpret, disseminate and preserve information about and particularly affecting women. Miss Dorothy I. Height, National President (1963) Miss Ruth A. Sykes, Special Assistant 1318 Vermont Avenue, N. W. Washington 5. D. C. Members: 4,000 in 36 states and District of Columbia; also, 25 national affiliated organizations in District of Columbia, the Caribbean area, and Africa, with a combined membership of 850,000. Organization: 97 local councils; 6 regions. Annual Convention (November 1963, Washington, D. C.). Publication: TELEFACT. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF FREE CZECHOSLOVAKIA - 1952 organized to carry on in the intentions of the National Council of Women of Czechoslovakia, dis- banded there by decree of the Communist regime in 1948; helps refugees from Czechoslovakia to keep informed about women's affairs; arranges cultural programs to preserve the best Czechoslovakian tradi- tions while acquiring best American. Mrs. Jan Papanek, President (1963) c/o Mrs. Liba D. Dvoracek 768 South Eighteenth Street Newark, New Jersey Members: 125 in 9 states and District of Columbia. Annual Meeting. Publication: CO NAS ZAJIMA (Our Interests). NATIONAL WOMAN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION (National WCTU) - 1874 ... is an organization of Christian women banded together for the protection of the home, the abolition of the liquor traffic and the triumph of Christ's Golden Rule in custom and in law. Mrs. Fred J. Tooze, National President (1963) Mrs. Herman Stanley, Executive Secretary 1730 Chicago Avenue Evanston, Illinois Members: 250,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Organization: 5,000 state, county and/or district, and local unions. Annual Convention (August 1963, Columbus, Ohio). Publications: THE UNION SIGNAL; THE YOUNG CRUSADER. b15 ~~*** NATIONAL WOMAN'S PARTY - 1913 to educate public sentiment to a recognition of the equality of the sexes in all their rights, privileges and obligations. Mrs. Emma Guffey Miller, Chairman (1963) 144 Constitution Avenue, N. E. Washington 2, D. C. Members: Several thousand in all states and District of Columbia. Convention-Biennially or Triennially. MOTHERS' CLUBS OF AMERICA, INC. 1930 NAVY (N.M.C.A.) to extend benevolent relief to families of serv- icemen; visit hospitalized servicemen and veterans distributing comfort articles; furnish layettes to wives of servicemen; promote a friendly and sympa- thetic relationship among the parents of Navy men and boys; collect and disseminate information relating to the navy and the manner of living and environment of its personnel; provide recreation and refreshments at Naval and VA Hospitals, USO, etc. cdona Mrs. Christine M. Bruns, National Commander* (1964) Mrs. Carrie Trahan, National Adjutant 30-59 Thirty-first Street Long Island City 2, New York Members: 500+ local clubs in 48 states and District of Columbia with a total membership of 15,000. Organization: 25 state clubs. Biennial National Convention (August 1964, Dallas, Texas); also, biennial State Conventions. Publication: THE NAVY MOTHERS NEWS. PHILADELPHIA FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS AND ALLIED ORGANIZATIONS, INC. - 1938 - ... to unite the influence of Women's Clubs and other organized groups of women existing in Philadelphia and adjacent territory for purposes of mutual benefit and to promote their common interests in civic, educational and moral measures which make for individual and community welfare. Mrs. James M. Watt, President (1964) Gimbels Clubwomens Center Ninth and Market Streets Philadelphia 5, Pennsylvania Members: 110 clubs with an aggregate membership of 100,000. Publication: MONTHLY BULLETIN. 1 1 I b 16 PLAY SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION, INC. – 1917 recognizing the right and urge of every child_to play, provides consultation for programs that offer children in groups and individually the maximum opportunities for developing their own talents and abilities, to the end that they may become well adjusted and constructive citizens. • • Mr. Alan H. Kempner, President (1964) Mrs. Rowena M. Shoemaker, Executive Director 120 West Fifty-seventh Street, Fifth Floor New York 19, New York Members: 2,500. Organization: 36 units. Biennial Conference (October 1963, New York, New York). Publication: ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT. RELIEF SOCIETY OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS – 1942 to manifest benevolence, irrespective of creed or nationality; to care for the poor, the sick, and the unfortunate; to minister where death reigns; to assist in correcting the morals and strengthening the virtues of community life; to raise human life to its highest level; to elevate and enlarge the scope of woman's activities and conditions; to foster love for religion, education, culture, and refinement; to develop faith; to save soul; to study and teach the gospel. Mrs. Belle S. Spafford, President 76 North Main Street Salt Lake City, Utah Members: 248,154 in 50 states and 51 other countries. Organization: 5,273 societies responsible to stake and mission boards, who in turn are responsible to the General Board. Annual Relief Society General Conference (October 1963, Salt Lake City, Utah); also, quarterly Regional Conferences. Publication: THE RELIEF SOCIETY MAGAZINE. b17 UKRAINIAN NATIONAL WOMEN'S LEAGUE OF AMERICA, INC. (UNWLA) — 1925 - to unite Ukrainian-born women, who have made the USA their adopted land, and American-born women of Ukrainian heritage in a community service program of an educational, cultural and civic nature. It is a voluntary, non-political, non-sectarian and non-profit organization, whose basic principle is to promote the ideas of freedom, democracy, humanitarianism and patriotism. # Mrs. Helen F. D. Lototsky, President (1965) Mrs. Irene Kachaniwsky, Secretary 4936 North Thirteenth Street Philadelphia 41, Pennsylvania Members: 75 chapters and some individual membership for a total of 3,700 in 16 states. Organization: Seven regional councils. Triennial Convention. Publication: OUR LIFE MAGAZINE. WOMEN'S MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY 1909 to promote the knowledge of Science and Medi- cine, advance the interests of women in Medicine, and promote the health of the community. Dr. Lucile Loseke, President (1964) Mrs. Marguerite Massa, Executive Secretary 1790 Broadway, Suite 406 New York 19, New York Members: 170. Semi-Annual Dinner Meeting (usually spring and fall). YOUNG WOMEN'S MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS (YWMIA) – 1869 to provide spiritualized recreation and character building studies for the young women of our Church from the age of 12 up; to develop their talents by providing training in dance, drama, music, speech, sports, etc.; to train for future leadership in similar capacities. Mrs. Florence S. Jacobsen, President Mrs. Helena W. Larson, Executive Secretary-Treasurer 135 South State Street Salt Lake City 11, Utsh Members: 370 stakes in all states and 25 other coun- tries, with a combined membership of 220,000. Organization: Each stake comprised of 5 to 15 wards, each ward having 50 to about 500 members. Annual June Conference; also, Conferences in each stake. Publications: THE IMPROVEMENT ERA; THE MIA LEADER; MIA IN THE MISSIONS. b18 "She would rather light candles than curse the darkness 11 and her glow has warmed the world." -Adlai Stevenson THE ELEANOR ROOSEVELT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND "It is hoped that there will be enough interest in this memorial to enable the National Council of Women of the United States to provide scholarships for girls in other parts of Africa, in Asia, and Latin America. A small advisory committee will be appointed to determine where these scholarships can most usefully be established. They will always be awarded in the name of Mrs. Roosevelt." -Sophia Yarnall Jacobs NCW Bulletin December 1962 united states It started a number of years ago.. 1960 1961 1962 1963 Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, now the Governor General of Nigeria and Mrs. Azikiwe visiting in the United States, were entertained at a reception in their honor given by Mrs. Yarnall Jacobs, now President of the National Council of Women of the United States... NCW received invitation from Dr. Azikiwe to send official representative to ceremonies in which he would be sworn in" as Governor General of Nigeria. " Mrs. Papanek reported to the NCW her recognition of the desperate need for increasing the educational opportunities for Nigerian women. Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt, when told about the NCW response-its plan to establish six scholarships- approved the idea that the girls should be educated in their own country; expressed her hope that the scholarships would be continued until the girls finished their four years of school; characteristically made her interest tangible by contributing $1,000. Mrs. Roosevelt again contributed $1,000 to the Scholarship Fund. Project became the "Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial Scholarship Fund." American Woman's Association Award for Eminent Achievement to Mrs. Yarnall Jacobs added $2,500 to the Scholarship Fund... making possible extension of the program to Uganda. + 1957 1960 November 1961 April africa Mrs. Jacobs, representing the National Council of Women of the United States, visited West Africa; renewed the acquaintance. Mrs. Jan Papanek, as official representative of NCW at the ceremonies, visited a number of Nigerian organizations and institutions, including- QUEENS COLLEGE in Lagos-a school for 230 young women at the college preparatory level- with beautiful buildings surrounded by gardens. The NCW presented six scholarships to QUEENS COLLEGE . Scholarship Selection Board, established in Nigeria, with membership including- Her Excellency, Mrs. Azikiwe who wrote to NCW, saying. • "The Council's kind gesture is much appreciated by us women of Nigeria. We hope . . . that this is but the beginning of real friendship between the women of our two countries. "" "It is important that women think beyond the mere moment through which we are passing and acquaint themselves with all phases of life and conditions in our own country." - Eleanor Roosevelt "It's Up To The Women" 1933 GRACE LINE THE MOST FAMOUS NAME IN CARIBBEAN-SOUTH AMERICA CRUISES I & ་་་་ NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES.. EXCLUSIVELY WOMEN PREDOMINANTLY WOMEN I 0 G I 1 } ! 1 J . 1 65 million women and girls in the United States in 1960 ୮ Rá r 贏 ​')))}}} 3 XC 22,000,000 of them employed or looking for work 28,350 in the Armed Forces 43,000,000 not employed not looking for work of this number 35,000,000 keeping house 5,000,000 in school 2,250,000 retired, or unable to work 750,000 in institutions 40,000,000 married and living with their husbands of this number 23,500,000 having one or more children 22,000,000 (13,500,000 of whom have children under 6 years) working or looking for work 47,000,000 living in urban areas 18,000,000 living in rural areas (4,500,000 of them on farms) ...millions of them-urban and rural, married and single, with and without children, working or keeping house, retired or unable to work .working in different situations, for different purposes, in a vast range of VOLUNTARY NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. . . C1 C2 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) - 1882 to unite alumnae of different institutions for practical educational work; develops a program to enable college women to continue their intellectual growth, to further the advancement of women, and to discharge their special responsibility to society. Mrs. Herbert E. Hawkes (Dr. Anna L. Rose Hawkes), President (1963) Miss Pauline Tompkins, General Director 2401 Virginia Avenue, N. W. Washington 7, D. C. Members: 154,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Guam-includes members-at-large; also, Corporate Members-435 colleges and universities in 48 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 1505 Branches; 49 State Divisions; 10 regional divisions. Biennial National Convention: (June 1965, Portland, Oregon); also, in alternate years, biennial State Presidents Conference. Publications: AAUW JOURNAL; WOMEN'S EDUCATION. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN DENTISTS A.A.W.D.) - 1922 to help interest other young women to become dentists (career guidance); to loan money to worthy women dental students who need financial help (scholarship loan fund); to become acquainted with women dentists of all the states, particularly at the Dental Conventions. Betty Jo Koss, D.D.S., (1963) c/o Dilia C. Rieser, D.D.S. 3719 South East Street Indianapolis 3, Indiana Members: Must be graduate dentist and member of good standing in the American Dental Association; 250 in 50 states, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Organization: Seven districts. Annual Board Meeting and Breakfast Banquet (October 1963, Atlantic City, New Jersey). AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN MINISTERS (A.A.W.M.) - 1919 ... to develop fellowship among wom en in the ministry; to promote equal ecclesiastical rights for women; to urge women to qualify themselves for increased efficiency in Christian service; to encour- age dedicated, capable young women to prepare for service in the ministry. Mrs. Alexander (Eva) Henderson, President* (1966) 6 Standish Lane Winchester, Massachusetts Members: 500 in 35 states. Organization: Includes one regional association. Annual Meeting (July 1963, Ocean Park, Maine). Publication: THE WOMAN'S PULPIT. I 1 AMERICAN DENTAL HYGIENISTS' ASSOCIATION (A.D.H.A.) - 1923 to cultivate, promote and sustain the art and science of dental hygiene, to represent and safeguard the common interest of the members of the dental hygiene profession, and to contribute toward the improvement of the health of the public. Mrs. Margaret S. Hunt, President (1963) Miss Margaret E. Swanson, Executive Secretary 100 East Ohio Street, Room 532 Chicago 11, Illinois Members: 4,200 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands. Associate members in Canada. Organization: 48 state associations. Annual Session (October 1963, Atlantic City, New Jersey; November 1964, San Francisco, California). Publication: JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN DENTAL HYGIENISTS' ASSOCIATION. AMERICAN FARM BUREAU WOMEN'S COMMITTEE (AFB Women's Committee) - 1920 ... to provide opportunity and to encourage women to participate in the entire program for building a more effective Farm Bureau organization with emphasis on those activities particularly suited to the talents of women. Mrs. Haven Smith, Chairman (1965) Mrs. Florence Thomas, Assistant Director of Program Development 1000 Merchandise Mart Plaza Chicago 54, Illinois Members: Women of the 1,600,000 families in 49 states and Puerto Rico which belong to the American Farm Bureau. Organization: 50 units-49 state plus one Puerto Rican; four regions. Annual American Farm Bureau Women's Conference. Publication: TIMELY TOPICS. C3 1. AMERICAN FEDERATION OF LABOR AND CONGRESS OF INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONS NATIONAL AUXILIARIES (AFL-CIO National Auxiliaries) - 1937-38: Merged 1957 ・・・ to engage in activities to further understanding and well-being of the AFL-CIO, its members, their families, the community and nation; to protect and extend American democracy; to promote understanding among women of unionism;. to elevate our moral, political, intellectual, and social conditions; to recognize the rights of all members . . . without regard to race, creed, color, or national origin, to share in the benefits of the AFL-CIO National Auxiliaries. · Mrs. Beatrice Weiland, President (1963) Mrs. Marcella S. Beatty, Executive Director • 815 Sixteenth Street, N. W., Room 401 Washington 6, D. C. Members: 300,000. Organization: 36 local city, county or state councils. Biennial Convention (November 1963, New York, New York). Publication: REPORTER. AFL-CIO NATIONAL AUXILIARIES • AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY -1919 · for aiding The American Legion in carrying out the great program of peacetime service to America to which The American Legion is dedicated. . . . Al- though often working independently on projects of its its members serve side by side with the own, • men of The American Legion in a spirit of unselfish devotion to the well-being of the American republic. Mrs. Ollie L. Koger, National President (1963) Mrs. Jane Gould Mayer, National Secretary 777 North Meridian Street Indianapolis 7, Indiana Members: 950,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Panama, Canal Zone. Organization: 13,371 state or territorial departments; also, 256 petit salons in subsidiary organization- Eight and Forty-in 41 states. Membership, currently at 26,000, on invitational basis after three years outstanding service in the Auxiliary. National Convention (September 1963, New Orleans, Louisiana; September 1964, Dallas, Texas). Publication: NATIONAL NEWS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY. C4 AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN (ALOW) – 1960 to provide a church-wide association and fellow- ship of ALCWomen wherein, through a study and activity program, they may commit their lives and service to the Triune God and mediate the Gospel through word and deed to their fellow-men throughout the world. Mrs. Almeda A. Fossum (Mrs. Peter),President (1963). Miss Dorothy Haas, Director 422 South Fifth Street Minneapolis 15, Minnesota Organization: 320 conferences, comprised of local auxiliaries, in 19 districts. Triennial General ALCW Convention (August 1963, St. Louis, Missouri). Publication: THE ALCW SCOPE. AMERICAN MEDICAL WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION, INC. (AMWA) - 1915 to further the art and science of medicine; to promote interests common to women physicians and the public; to aid and encourage premedical, and postgraduate medical students; to foster medical relief projects and to co-operate with other organiza- tions having comparable interests. • • Dr. Ruth Hartgraves, President (1963) Dr. Jessie Laird Brodie, Executive Director 1790 Broadway, Room 406 New York 19, New York Members: 4,000 in 42 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Organization: State and local area branches. Annual Meeting (November 1963, San Antonio, Texas). Publications: THE JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION; NEWS AND VIEWS. AMERICAN NEWSPAPER WOMEN'S CLUB (ANWC) - 1932 to promote professional pursuits and good fellowship among its members, to maintain a meeting place for its members, and to encourage friendly understanding between the members and those whom they must contact in their profession. Mrs. Anne Denton Blair, President (1964) Mrs. Corinne Chandler, Resident Manager 1607 Twenty-second Street, N. W. Washington 7, D. C. Members: 420 in Washington area, representing media nationwide. Publication: SHOP TALK. C5 AMERICAN WOMEN'S HOSPITALS SERVICE, INC. (AWH) – 1917 to support medical and hospital services for the care of the indigent sick and prevention of disease in various parts of the world, especially during periods of distress due to wars, revolutions and other disasters. • Esther P. Lovejoy, M. D., President (1963) Mrs. Estelle Fraade, Secretary 50 West Fiftieth Street, Room 1932 New York 20, New York Organization: Board of Directors of 12 women physicians. Board Meeting (3 or 4 times per year). Publications: Information leaflets only. AMERICAN WOMEN'S VOLUNTARY SERVICES, INC. (A.W.V.S.) 1940 ·· · for enrolling women into the service of their country and their communities. Its aims are to train women and make available opportunities to work actively in hospitals, Day Care Centers, Golden Age Clubs, Junior Auxiliaries, Aid to the Handicapped, and International Relations. Mrs. Ogden L. Mills, President (1964) Miss Julie R. Stein, Executive Director 125 East Sixty-fifth Street New York 21, New York Members: 10,000 volunteers in 12 states. Organization: 41 units. Annual Meeting. Publication: AWVS YEAR BOOK. AMVETS AUXILIARY 1946 • to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to safeguard the principles of freedom, liberty and justice for all; to promote the cause of perpetual peace and good will among nations; to maintain inviolate the freedom of our country; to preserve the fundamentals of democracy and Americanism; • G Mrs. Alice Oana, President (1963) Mrs. Jewel Fifielski, Executive Secretary eta 4758 Milwaukee Avenue Chicago 30, Illinois Members: 20,000 in 33 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 500 local auxiliaries, districts within each state and state departments. Annual Convention (August 1963, Detroit, Michigan); Publication: NATIONAL AMVET (shared with parent organization). C6 2 ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF CHRISTIAN MOTHERS ("Christian Mothers") - 1881 to aid wives and mothers spiritually, especially mothers in the education at home of their children (character building at home). The women meet, pray, discuss general family problems; distribute literature on family life, teenagers, etc.; give talks. Mrs. Catherine E. Bulger, Executive Secretary 220 Thirty-seventh Street Pittsburgh 1, Pennsylvania Members: 2864 parish units in the United States, Canada, Guam, etc. Regional Meetings. Publication: THE CHRISTIAN MOTHER. ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN FOREIGN SERVICE WOMEN (AAFSW) 1960 to further a feeling of unity and purpose among Foreign Service women and to engage in activities which will primarily benefit Foreign Service women and children. Mrs. Jacob D. Beam, President P. O. Box 4931 Washington 8, D. C. Members: 700 in District of Columbia and United States' Embassies, etc., overseas. Publication: AAFSW NEWSLETTER. ASSOCIATION OF THE JUNIOR LEAGUES OF AMERICA, INC. (A.J.L.A.) – 1921 to train women for volunteer community service; to unite Leagues and provide them with professional and administrative assistance. • Miss Barbara G. Johnson, President (1964) Mrs. Alexander S. Parr, Administrator The Waldorf-Astoria New York 22, New York Members: 203 Leagues in 44 states, District of Columbia, Canada and Mexico, with total membership of 84,000. Organization: 14 regions. Annual Conference. Publication: JUNIOR LEAGUE MAGAZINE. ASSOCIATION OF PHILIPPINE-AMERICAN WOMEN (APAW) 1947 to bring together Philippine and American women in this community and vicinity for mutual help and usefulness; to encourage, undertake and develop such social, cultural and civic activities which shall make the Philippines better known in the U. S. * Mrs. Adela S. Martinez, President (1964) 2627 Garfield Street, N. W. Washington 8, D. C. Members: 75 in District of Columbia and vicinity. C7 ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN OF THE MOTION PICTURE INDUSTRY (WOMPI) - 1953 to promote good will for the motion picture indus- try; to develop friendship as a means of broadening, the field of opportunity for service; to encourage and promote international peace and cultural relations; to inculcate the ideal of service as a basis of all worthy enterprises and to influence its application in the social, business, and civic life of the motion picture industry. Mrs. Jean W. Mullis, International President * (1963) P. O. Box 1695 Atlanta 1, Georgia Members: 551 in 12 states and Canada. Annual Association of WOMPI Convention (September 1963, Dallas, Tons September 1964, St. Louis, Missouri). Publication: ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER. ATHLETIC AND RECREATION FEDERATION OF COLLEGE WOMEN (ARFCW) – 1917 M to further athletic interests and activities for girls and women according to the highest and sound- est standards of sports and recreation. The Federation shall strive to increase consciousness of its purpose during and after college. Miss Barbara Lee Sprayberry, Consultant for Girls and Women's Sports Organizations 1201 Sixteenth Street, N. W., Room 618 Washington 6, D. C. Members: 244 college associations in 45 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 60 state and regional units. Biennial National Conference (Spring 1965). Publication: SPORTLIGHT. BIG SISTERS, INC. – 1908 to provide a casework service to children and their parents who are referred by the Courts and other agencies. Trained volunteers provide special services and are supervised by the casework staff. Mrs. Harrison Tweed, President (1964) Miss Mabel R. Thomas, Executive Director 235 West Twenty-third Street New York 11, New York Organization: Nine branch offices. Annual Meeting(April 1964). Publication: ANNUAL REPORT. C 8 BLUE STAR MOTHERS OF AMERICA, INC. (Blue Star Mothers) 1942 G to aid in bringing about recognition of the need of permanent civilian defense for each community and to ever be alert against invasion of un-American activities; to uphold the American institutions of freedom, justice, and equal rights; and to defend the United States from all enemies. • Mrs. Juanita C. Reeves, National President *(1963) 632 Oxford Avenue Dayton 7, Ohio Members: 15,000. Organization: 300 units in 4 regions. Annual National Meeting (November 1963); also, State Meetings. Publication: YEAR BOOK. B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (BBW) 1940 to engage in educational, philanthropic, religious, civic, guidance to youth, intergroup relations, and service to older adults, programs of community, national and international scope. Mrs. Leonard M. Sims, President (1965) divatio Miss Miriam Albert, Executive Director 1640 Rhode Island Avenue, N. W. Washington 6, D. C. Members: 135,000 in United States and Canada. Organization: Seven districts. Triennial Convention (Spring 1965, Washington, D. C.) Publication: WOMEN'S WORLD. BOARD OF WOMEN'S WORK, PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN THE UNITED STATES 1912 . to provide opportunities for women, as individuals and in groups, to grow in the knowledge of Christ and be strengthened as members of His Body in our con- temporary world in order that they may understand and fulfill the particular responsibilities they have in the family, in the congregation, in the community and around the world. Mrs. W. Rex Josey, Chairman (1965) Miss Evelyn L. Green, Executive Secretary 341-A Ponce de Leon Avenue, N. E. Atlanta 8, Georgia Members: 350,000 in 15 states. Organization: 16 units-each state except one is a Synodical made up of Presbyteries. Annual Conference (July 1963, Montreat, North Carolina). Publication: PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN. (9 CAMP FIRE GIRLS, INC. (Camp Fire Girls) – 1910 .. for serving community and nation through its leisure-time educational-recreational program for girls seven through high school. Seeks to help girls develop their finest capacities as girls and women, giving them opportunities for fun, friendship, the acquisition of useful skills, and for service to their homes and their communities. Mrs. A. W. Koester, President of the National Council of Camp Fire Girls (1963) Miss Martha F. Allen, National Director and Executive Vice President 65 Worth Street New York 13, New York Members: 600,000 in 50 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Ten regions. Annual National Council Meeting (November 1964, Dallas, Texas); also, triennial Nationwide Conference. Publication: THE CAMP FIRE GIRL. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA (C.D. of A.) - 1903 for moral and intellectual improvement of its members; for charitable, religious and benevolent purposes. · Miss Margaret J. Buckley, Supreme Regent (1964) Miss Mary C. Kanane, Supreme Secretary 10 West Seventy-first Street New York 23, New York Members: 215,000 in 40 states, District of Columbia, Panama and Puerto Rico. Organization: 1500 state and local courts. Biennial Convention (July 1964, Hollywood, Florida; July 1966, Boston, Massachusetts). Publication: NEWS AND VIEWS. CHINESE WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION, INC. (C.W.A.) - 1932 to promote, stimulate and maintain better under- standing of the Chinese and their customs, history and problems; to render practical services towards the welfare of China and that of the over-sea Chinese in U.S.A.; to promote, create and maintain social fellow- ship and cultural companionship amongst the Chinese and their descendents. • Mrs. Theodora Chan Wang, President (1965) Miss Katherine E. Lee, Executive Secretary 309-311 Fifth Avenue New York 16, New York Members: 308 in 14 states and District of Columbia. Publication: ANNUAL REPORT. I C10 CO-ETTE CLUB, INC. (The Co-Ettes) – 1941 .. for Negro high school girls who are intellectually and socially committed to cultural, educational, civic and charitable endeavors; dedicated to actively training scholastically elite high school girls for responsible and effective adult leadership; conducts special projects to make financial contributions to various organizations. Mrs. Edward Davis (Mary Agnes), National Consultant 2020 West Chicago Boulevard Detroit 6, Michigan Members: 200 in four states; also, 2,000 "honorary” members (no longer in high school). Organization: Five chapters. Installation Meetings. Publication: "THE CO-ETTE MAGAZINE." COUNTRY WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (C.W.C.) 1939 to further the aims and activities of Associated Country Women of the World, a means whereby the member societies of C.W.C. may meet for discussion and consultation on matters pertaining to A.C.W.W.; to correlate recommendations to the A.C.W.W. as to policy and activity. Mrs. Guy E. Gross, Chairman.* (1965) 130 East Washington Street Indianapolis 4, Indiana Members: 69 societies with a combined membership of more than 4,000,000. Annual Conference (August 1963, Madison, Wisconsin). Publication: NEWS SHEET. CREDIT WOMEN'S BREAKFAST CLUBS OF NORTH AMERICA (CWBC of NA) – 1937 .. to develop a closer contact among Credit women; to stimulate education in the practice and procedure of credit; to maintain a friendly relationship between credit departments of various firms, businesses and professional offices represented by the members and local credit bureaus. Miss Helen B. Sawyers, President (1964) Miss Geneva F. McQuatters, Executive Manager 611 Olive Street, Room 1864 St. Louis 1, Missouri Members: 14,000 in 47 states, District of Columbia, and Canada; firm of member must be a member of a Credit Bureau affiliated with the Associated Credit Bureaus of America or hold membership with the International Consumer Credit Association. Organization: 450 local clubs; 16 state organizations; 12 districts, whose presidents form International Board of Directors. Annual Meeting (June 1964, Denver, Colorado; June 1965, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania); also, Conferences. Publications: INTERNATIONAL; CREDIT WOMEN'S MANUAL. C11 DAMES OF THE LOYAL LEGION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - 1899 for patriotic education; philanthropy. Miss Dorothy B. Waide, National President (1964) The Park Central Washington 6, D. C. Members: 200. • Organization: State units and members at large. Annual National Assembly (October 1963, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). DAUGHTERS OF SCOTIA (DOS) - 1899 ... to help women of Scottish descent and birth, to assist the clansmen, and to be of benefit to one another. Mrs. Elizabeth Reid, Chief Daughter (1963) c/o Mrs. Ruby Montgomery 15703 Pinehurst Avenue Detroit 38, Michigan Members: 16,500 in the United States and Canada. Annual Convention (September 1963, Chicago, Illinois). Publication: CONVENTION REPORT. DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL NATIONAL OF WOMEN'S ACTIVITIES – 1916 COMMITTEE, OFFICE .. for securing full participation by women through- out the nation in Democratic Party activities and policy-making at all levels of the organization. Mrs. Margaret Price, Vice Chairman and Director of Women's Activities Miss Rosalie Whelan, Assistant to Vice Chairm an 1730 K Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Organization: Services chunneled through National Committee women, State officers, and other Democratic women's organizations. Biennial Campaign Conference (Spring 1964, Washington, D. Č.). EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. - 1959 • for sponsoring, supporting and supporting and engaging in projects to educate the public with regard to proper utilization and preservation of new housing; for securing adequate housing for minority groups as provided by law; for erecting and maintaining a public memorial to Mary McLeod Bethune as provided by an Act of Congress. Mrs. Daisy E. Lampkin, Chairman, Board of Trustees 1318 Vermont Avenue, N. W. Washington 5, D. C. Organization: Board of Trustees-11 members. C12 1 I ELECTRICAL WOMEN'S ROUND TABLE, INC. (EWRT Inc.) – 1927 to emphasize and expand work for women in and allied to the electrical industry; to develop ability of individual member to better perform her job; to inter- change ideas, keeping up-to-date on the newest developments in electrical industry; to provide opportunity to meet and associate with leaders in the electrical industry. Miss Ethel F. Lord, President *(1964) J.C.P.&L.-N.J.P.&L. P. O. Box 55 Morristown, New Jersey Members: 800 in 25 states. Organization: 14 geographical areas. Annual Conference (January 1964, Chicago, Illinois). Publication: EWRT NEWSLETTER. EXECUTIVES' SECRETARIES, INC. ("ESI") — 1938 .. to promote the business of the firms represented through interchange of information and mutual assist- ance; to engage in philanthropic, educational and civic projects on local levels. Mrs. Blanche Jones, President (1963) Mrs. Lucile Van Bolt, National Coordinator 1090 Ticonderoga Drive Sunnyvale, California Members: 2,000 firms in 20 states, each represented by its top secretary or administrative woman. Organization: 41 chapters. Annual Convention (May 1964, Minneapolis, Minnesota). Publications: Chapters only. FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS to bring into communication and to unite the women's clubs and like organizations throughout the world for the purpose of mutual benefit, and for the promotion of their common interest in educational, industrial, philanthropic, literary, artistic, and scientific culture as interpreted and implemented by established policy. GENERAL 1890 Mrs. Dexter Otis Arnold, President (1964) Mrs. Stephen J. Nicholas 1734 N Street, N. W. Washington 6, D. C. Members: 50 state federations with combined membership of 850,000; also 14 associate members (national organizations) with combined membership of 8,000,000. a Organization: Local clubs make up state federations. Annual International Convention (June 1964, Atlantic City, New Jersey). Publication: CLUBWOMAN. C13 C14 GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, INC. (GCA) 1945 to help girls in the formative years of six through high school age become responsible citizens and homemakers. Mrs. David K. Spofford, President (1964) Miss Lillian M. Bean, Executive Director 22 East Thirty-eighth Street New York 16, New York Members: 95 clubs in 21 states and Canada, with total membership of 50,000. Organization: Nine regions. Annual Conference (April 1964, New York, New York). Publication: NEWSLETTER. GIRL SCOUTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.) - 1912 to promote truth, loyalty, helpfulness, friendli- ness, courtesy, purity, kindness, obedience, cheerful- ness, thriftiness, and kindred virtues among girls, as preparation for responsibilities in the home and.. community;. to maintain standards for the movement which will inspire the rising generation with highest ideals of character, patriotism, conduct, and attain- ment; . nonsectarian, nonpolitical, and not for pecuniary profit. • • • • Mrs. Charles U. Culmer, President (1963) Miss Louise A. Wood, National Executive Director 830 Third Avenue New York 22, New York Members: 3,435,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, other outlying areas of U.S., and U.S.A. Girl Scouts in 48 foreign countries; also, National Council with 4,000 adult members. Organization: Regional units; 12 branch offices. Triennial National Council Meeting (October 1963, Miami Beach, Florida). Publications: AMERICAN GIRL; GIRL SCOUT LEADER. GIRLS' FRIENDLY SOCIETY OF THE U. S. A. (GFS) - 1877 for girls' weekday, groupwork program within the Protestant Episcopal Church; members accept the Christian faith and seek in the fellowship of worship, study, work and play to serve God and extend His Kingdom. Mrs. Stephen G. Nichols, President (1963) Mrs. Harold E. Woodward, Executive Director 815 Second Avenue, Room 1000 New York 17, New York Members: 20,000 in 46 states, District of Columbia, Central America, Panama, Haiti, Puerto Rico, and in 30 countries. Organization: 1,000 "dioceses.' Triennial National Assembly (Summer 1966, Oberlin, Ohio. Publications: HIGHLIGHTS; AT YOUR SERVICE. ?? 1 GRAND LODGE OF THE LADIES' AUXILIARIES TO THE ORDER OF SCOTTISH CLANS – 1898 to promote social, educational and charitable relations among its members and the Order of Scottish Clans. Mrs. Jean Frogley, Grand President (1963) c/o Mrs. Catherine S. Murphy 22 Grant Street North Wilmington, Massachusetts Members: 4,000 in 7 states and Canada; are of Scottish descent or wives of Clansmen. Annual Convention (June 1964, Toronto, Ontario, Canada). GRAND TEMPLE DAUGHTERS OF THE IMPROVED, BENEVOLENT PROTECTIVE ORDER OF ELKS OF THE WORLD (Daughters of Elks) — 1902 .. to unite all women of sound bodily health and good moral character; to give moral and material aid and to elevate its members; . . . .to teach people to live together in Christian charity and friendship. Mrs. Nettie B. Smith, Grand Daughter Ruler (1963) Miss Buena V. Kelley, Grand Daughter Secretary 1023 Maltby Avenue Norfolk 4, Virginia Members: 60,000 in 42 states, District of Columbia, Bahamas, Central America, and Cuba. Organization: 1094 units-state associations, local and regional councils, temples. Annual Grand Session (August 1963, Boston, Massachusetts). LADIES AUXILIARIES TO TO THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES (Eagle's Auxiliaries) – 1926 to advance the ideals and promote the welfare of the Aeries of the Fraternal Order of Eagles which are united fraternally for mutual benefit, protection, im- provement, social enjoyment and association both within and beyond its own ranks; to work on behalf of humanity. Mrs. Cora Rigg, Grand Madam President (1963) Mrs. Virginia Turner, Director 4 Smithfield Street, Room 410 Pittsburgh 22, Pennsylvania Members: 150,000 in 47 states, District of Columbia, and Canada. Organization: 1,250 auxiliaries in 34 major units- state, regional and/or provincial. (August 1963, Annual International Convention Chicago, Illinois); also, annual state conventions. Publication: MRS. EAGLE. C 15 LADIES AUXILIARY TO THE NATIONAL DENTAL ASSOCIATION (Auxiliary to N.D.A.) 1936 to bring together a group of women who share a common interest in fostering the professional, educational, ethical and social measures that are conducive to the welfare of the dental profession. Mrs. A. Robert Brown, President (1963) c/o Mrs. W. K. Elliott 1638 Tenth Avenue - Huntington, West Virginia Members: 900 in 30 states, District of Columbia, and Virgin Islands. Organization: 60 units-state, county, city, regional. Annual Convention (August 1963, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; August 1964, Cleveland, Ohio); also, annual Board Meeting. Publication: NEWS AND VIEWS. LADIES CATHOLIC BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION (L.C.B.A.) – 1890 · for fraternal insurance; for Catholic action; for spiritual and educational aid to the deaf and hard of hearing. Miss Bertha M. Leavy, Supreme President (1965) 305 West Sixth Street Erie, Pennsylvania Members: 76,000 in 27 states and Canada. Organization: 595 branches set up by parishes. Quadrennial Convention (July 1965, Washington, D. C.) Publication: FRATERNAL LEADER. 1 LADIES OF THE GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC, INC. (Ladies of the G.A.R.,Inc.) — 1881 to teach patriotism and lessons of good citizen- ship; to perpetuate the deeds and sacrifices of the Grand Army of the Republic; to minister, aid and serve all veterans and their dependent ones. Mrs. Marian K. Leach, National President * (1963) 1360 Park Boulevard • • Camden 3, New Jersey Members: 10,000 in 33 states; also, 10,000 honorary in 355 units of Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, in 33 states. Organization: 354 local circles in 33 departments. Annual National Meeting (August 1963, Miami Beach, Florida; August 1964, Providence, Rhode Island); also, Department Meetings. Publication: THE BUGLE CALL. LEAGUE OF LIFE INSURANCE WOMEN 1933 ... is a professional trade association to increase effectiveness of women in the Life Insurance field; to develop among women a better understanding of the services of life insurance-and through education to create a better understanding of the functions and fundamentals of life insurance for living guaranteed security and guaranteed income, as well as protection. Mrs. Edna Nightingale Kravette, President * (1964) Suite 1120, 60 East Forty-Second Street New York 17, New York Members: 40. Meetings (at least four per year). LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF THE UNITED STATES - 1920 to promote informed and active participation of citizens in government by learning about governmental structure and function through observation and exper- ience; by seeking out and providing citizens with factual, nonpartisan information on candidates and issues; by selecting a few governmental issues, local state and national for intensive study and action. Mrs. Robert J. Phillips, President, (1964) Miss Dixie Drake, Executive Secretary 1026 Seventeenth Street, N. W. Washington 6. D. C. Members: 132,000 in 50 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 1,150 local Leagues-city, county, or area; 48 state Leagues. Biennial Convention (May 1964, Denver, Colorado); Publication: THE NATIONAL VOTER. C17 SANAAN F A LINKS, INC. 1946 · to help its membership better understand and assume the privileges and responsibilities of citizen- ship in their local, national and international communities; to encourage the use of the arts in developing enriched human relations; to help its membership provide opportunities and develop tech- niques for enrichment of personal friendship. Mrs. Vivian Beamon, National President (1966) c/o Mrs. Norvleate Downing 1229 Twenty-seventh Street Newport News, Virginia Members: 1,950 in 34 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 98 chapters; 4 regions. Biennial National Assembly: (June 1964, Nassau, Bahamas). Publication: LINES ABOUT LINKS. LUCY STONE LEAGUE – 1921 ... is a center of research and information on the status of women. It opposes injustice and discrimina- tion against women in legal, economic, educational and social relationships; it sponsors scholarships, organizes and supports memorial libraries and maintains archives for women. Miss Jane Grant, President 247 Park Avenue, Suite 1902 New York 17, New York Members: 200 Annual Business Meeting. Publication: BULLETIN. LUTHERAN DEACONESS (L.C.D.) – 1919 ASSOCIATION, INC. in to train women for professional service special ministries in The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and Affiliated Synods covering areas in the parish, foreign missions, mercy work, social work, and institutional work. The Reverend E. H. Albers, President (1963) The Reverend Walter C. Garken, Executive Director 3714 South Hanna Street Fort Wayne, Indiana Members: 5,000 in 48 states. Annual Meeting November 1963, Fort Wayne, Indiana). Publication: THE LUTHERAN DEACONESS. C 18 LUTHERAN WOMAN'S MISSIONARY LEAGUE OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH-MISSOURI SYNOD (L WM L) - 1942 to develop and to maintain a greater mission- consciousness among the women of synod-Missionary Education-Missionary Inspiration-Missionary Service; to gather funds for mission projects either directly sponsored or approved by synod, especially such for which no adequate provision has been made in the budget. Mrs. Walter N. Hoppe, President (1963) Mrs. Oscar E. Feucht, Office Secretary 3558 South Jefferson Avenue St. Louis 18, Missouri Members: 5,000+ congregational units in 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Canal Zone, Venezuela and Germany, with a total membership of 217,000. Organization: Zones. Biennial Convention (Kansas City, Missouri, July 1963; Los Angeles, California, Summer 1965). Publication: LUTHERAN WOMAN'S QUARTERLY. MARINE CORPS LEAGUE AUXILIARY, INC. 1937 for patriotic, historical, fraternal and educational endeavors. Mrs. Frances Watt, National President *(1963) 114 Shipman Drive Glastonbury, Connecticut Members: 3,500 in 31 states. Organization: 212 units; 8 divisions. Annual National Convention (August 1963, Cleveland, Ohio). Publication: MARINES NEWS. MIZRACHI WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. (Mizrachi Women) 1925 • - to provide child-care, social welfare, education, and vocational training programs for youth and an atmosphere of Jewish to Israel, in newcomers tradition. Mrs. Eli Resnikoff, National President (1963) Mrs. Sara Siegel, Executive Secretary 242 Park Avenue South, Seventh Floor New York 3, New York C Members: 50,000 in 37 states and District of Columbia; 1,500 in 4 un chartered aid groups in 4 states. Organization: Ten community councils; 9 regions. Annual National Convention (Washington, D.C., November 1963; New York, New York, October 1964); also, annual Regional Conferences. Publications: THE MIZRACHI WOMAN; THE REGION NEWS. C 19 MOUNT VERNON LADIES' ASSOCIATION OF THE UNION (Mount Vernon Ladies' Association) - 1858 to preserve, restore and hold open to the public the Home of George Washington. Mrs. Francis F. Beirne, Regent (1963) Mr. Charles C. Wall, Resident Director Mount Vernon, Virginia Members: Chosen from the several states and serve for life; 28 in 27 states and District of Columbia. Annual Council Meeting (October 1963, Mount Vernon, Virginia). Publication: ANNUAL REPORT. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BANK-WOMEN, INC. (NABW) 1921 to bring together women executives in the profession of banking for mutual exchange of ideas and experiences. Miss Mary V. DeMartini, President (1963) Mrs. Joan W. Netherly, Executive Manager • 60 East Forty-second Street, Room 2045 New York 17, New York Members: 4,250 in 50 states; 10 in Canada, England, Sweden and India. Organization: 87 groups in 12 divisions. Annual National Convention (October 1963, Miami Beach, Florida; October 1964, Memphis, Tennessee); also, six Spring Conferences annually. Publication: THE WOMAN BANKER. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FASHION AND ACCESSORY DESIGNERS, INC. (NAF AD) 1949 to acquaint its members with the market potential in designing, manufacturing and retailing of fashion merchandise; to help them prepare for openings in the industry; to make available local and national scholarships; to aid in securing wider distribution of members' merchandise. - Mrs. Lois K. Alexander, National President (1964) 39 West Fifty-fifth Street, Suite 601 New York, New York Members: 350 in 15 states and District of Columbia- includes members-at-large. Organization: By cities-25 senior, 7 junior chapters. Annual Convention (July 1963, Chicago, Illinois; June 1964, New York, New York). Publication: FASHION CUE. C 20 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE WOMEN (N.A.I.W.) – 1942 to encourage and foster practical and coordinated educational programs designed to broaden the knowl- edge of its members concerning the business of insurance; to cultivate and promote good fellowship and loyalty amongst its members; and to make its members more responsive to the business requirements and necessities of their Associates. Miss Eileen Cleary, President (1963) Mrs: Ganell Towles, Executive Secretary 823 South Detroit Tulsa, Oklahoma Members: 14,000 in 50 states and Canada. Organization: 290 clubs in 9 regions. Annual Convention Meeting (June 1964, Buffalo, New York; June 1965, Seattle, Washington). Publication: TODAY'S INSURANCE WOMAN. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINISTERS' WIVES (NAMW) 1941 to erudicate the barriers, imaginary and real, which exist among the various religious communions; to create a fellowship and atmosphere for mutual cultural, social and intellectual growth among ministers' wives. - Mrs. Rendella Wise Lucas, President* (1966) 2403 West Cumberland Philadelphia 32, Pennsylvania Members: 1,000 in 30 states, District of Columbia, and West Africa. Organization: 70 units; state groups are composed of local city and county organizations. Annual Conference (June 1964, Columbia, South Carolina). Publication: MINISTERS' WIVES HERALD. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN WOMEN ARTISTS (NAWA) - 1889 to eliminate discrimination against women artists here and abroad; to educate and develop appreciation of art through lectures, demonstrations, etc.; to protect members from exploitation by keeping them informed; to contribute services to worthwhile community programs; to encourage local, state, federal program's that assist artists; to provide opportunities for women to show their work under dignified, professional auspices. • Mrs. Greta Matson, President (1965) Mrs. Beverly Boxer, Executive Secretary 156 Fifth Avenue, Room 1008 New York 10, New York Members: 725 in 39 states, District of Columbia, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Nova Scotia. Semi-Annual Business Meeting: Publication: NEWSLETTER. C21 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION (WIC) – 1955 to unite for their mutual benefit women who are actively employed in the various phases of the Construction Industry; to encourage cooperation and better understanding between them; to promote fellow- ship and good will among members. Miss Florence Creighton, National President * (1963) 3512 Chouteau St. Louis 3, Missouri Members: 3,000 in 21 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Ten regions. · Annual Convention (September 1963, Atlanta, Georgia; September 1964, Memphis, Tennessee); also, Regional Forums. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN LAWYERS 1899 to promote the welfare and interest of women lawyers; to maintain the honor and integrity of the profession of law; to aid in the enactment of legisla- tion for the common good and in the administration of such laws, to secure justice for all . . . . ... Mrs. Dorothy M. Orsini, President (1963) 1155 East Sixtieth Street Chicago 37, Illinois Members: 1,000 in 50 states. ་ Annual Meeting (August 1963, Chicago, Illinois); also, Mid-Year Meeting. Publications: WOMEN LAWYERS JOURNAL; BULLETIN. NATIONAL BEAUTY CULTURISTS' LEAGUE, INC. (N.B.C.L., Inc.) — 1919 - . to advance, promote, and protect business interests of cosmetologists throughout the U. S. and its possessions; to establish local, chapter and state organizations; to provide advanced educational programs for cosmetologists; to participate in worthy charitable agencies and award scholarships. Dr. Katie E. Whick am, President (1963) Miss Cordelia Jennings, Executive Secretary 25 Logan Circle, N. W. Washington 5. D. C. Members: 40,000 in 48 states, Bermuda, The Bahamas, and Canada. Organization: Eight regions; however, some state and independent chapters have National Charters. Annual National Convention (August 1963, Chicago, Illinois), Publication: THE FORECAST. C22 NATIONAL BUREAU OF FEDERATED JEWISH WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS - 1937 to act as a vehicle for the interchange of ideas, programs and methods of procedure of Jewish Women's Organizations in the United States; to stimulate cooperation with national and international causes; to supply information services for all Jewish Women's Organizations; to keep records and archives of the activities of all affiliated organizations. Mrs. Morris Rothholz (Marianne B.), President (1963) c/o N. Y. FOJWO 30 East Sixtieth Street New York 22, New York Members: 12 city or state federations in 11 states, with combined membership of 500,000; also, some individual memberships. Annual Convention (Spring 1964). Publication: BUREAU FACTS. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF ADMINISTRATIVE WOMEN IN EDUCATION (NCAWE) – 1915 ✓ ... to strengthen and protect the professional rela- tions of administrative women in educational work; to promote high professional standards among women in educational administration; to urge women in education to qualify for administrative positions; to promote the advancement of women to executive positions; to support and initiate desirable educational legislation. Mrs. Virginia Cushwa, President (1965) Miss Lois M. Clark, Secretary-Treasurer 1201 Sixteenth Street, N. W., Room 408 Washington, D. C. Members: 17 state or local branches in 14 states and District of Columbia, with total membership of 1,500; also, 25 individuals in 14 states and Canada. Annual Business Meeting (February 1964, Atlantic City, New Jersey); also, annual joint Luncheon Meeting with Women Deans and Counselors. Publication: NCAWE NEWS. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF COUNCIL OF AMERICAN BAPTIST WOMEN (NCABW) – 1951 to unite all women of Baptist Churches into a fellowship that will help each one grow in personal devotion to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and in commitment to the mission of His Church, through worshiping, working, and witnessing in all areas of life: the home, community, nation, and world. Mrs. Major L. Johnson, President (1965) Miss Violet E. Rudd, Administrative Secretary Valley Forge, Pennsylvania Members: 500,000 in 37 states and Puerto Rico. Organization: 6,436 units-state, association (area within state), and local church. Annual Meeting (May 1964, Atlantic City, New Jersey; May 1965, San Francisco, California). Publication: THE AMERICAN BAPTIST WOMAN. C23 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN (N.C.C.W.) — 1920 to federate Catholic organizations of women so that their members may participate more fully in the works of Catholic Action encouraged by the Catholic hierarchy; to this end, to conduct a program of study and action through national conventions, institutes, a national committee system, and publications. Mrs. Joseph McCarthy, President (1964) Miss Margaret J. Mealey, Executive Director 1312 Massachusetts Avenue, N. W. Washington 5, D. G. Members: 14,000 affiliates on diocesan and local levels and 27 national organizations in 116 arch- dioceses and U.S. military installations abroad- combined membership, 10,000,000. Biennial Convention (Washington, D. C., November 1964; Fall 1966, Denver, Colorado); also, series of Leadership Training Institutes in alternate years. Publications: MONTHLY MESSAGE; WOMEN IN CATHOLIC ACTION. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN, INC. (NCJW) – 1893 to enable women to contribute to their communi- ties through programs of education and community service-over 1,000 such services are maintained by Council units, as well as a broad public affairs program and extensive educational and welfare services to Jewish communities overseas. Mrs. Joseph Willen, National President (1965) Miss Hannah Stein, Executive Director 1 West Forty-seventh Street New York 36, New York Members: 329 affiliated sections throughout the United States; total membership of these is 123,000. Organization: Ten regions. Biennial Convention (March 1965, New York, New York); also, biennial Regional Conferences in even years. Publications: COUNCIL WOMAN; COUNCIL PLATFORM; NEW HORIZONS; OVERSEAS; COUNCIL LEADER. I C 24 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S CLUBS, INC. (NFBPWC or BPW) 1919 to elevate the standards for women in business and the professions; to promote the interests of busi- ness and professional women and bring about a spirit of cooperation among them; to extend opportunities to business and professional women along lines of industrial, scientific and vocational activities. J Dr. Minnie C. Miles, President (1963) Miss Ruby Glen Sills, Executive Director 2012 Massachusetts Avenue, N. W. Washington 6, D. C. Members: 3,500 clubs in 50 states, District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico-total membership of 170,000; also 8 affiliated cooperating organizations. Organization: Districts and state federations. Annual National Convention (July 1963, Dallas, Texas; July 1964, Detroit, Michigan). Publication: NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMAN. 7 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF PRESS WOMEN, INC. (NFPW) - 1937 to promote highest ideals of journalism; to provide exchange of journalistic ideas and experi- ences; to coordinate efforts on matters of national interest to women. Mrs. Hortense Myers, President * (1963 9055 Rockville Road Indianapolis 31, Indiana Members: 1,600. Organization: Some state groups. Annual Convention (Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia, June 1964; California, June 1965); also, annual Board of Directors Meeting. Publication: PRESS WOMAN. C25 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN (N.F.R.W.) - 1938 to promote an informed electorate through political education; to increase effectiveness of women in the cause of good government through active political participation; to facilitate cooperation among women's Republican clubs; to foster loyalty to the Republican Party and promote its ideals; to support objectives and policies of the Republican National Committee; to work for election of Republican Party's nominees. Mrs. Dorothy A. Elston, President (1964) Miss Florence L. Smith, Executive Secretary 1625 Eye Street, N. W. Washington 6, D. C. Members: 500,000 in 50 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Ten regions. Biennial Convention; also, 2 Board Meetings per year and Executive Committee Meetings. NATIONAL GRAND COURT, HEROINES OF JERICHO F.A.A.Y. MASONS U.S.A., PRINCE HALL ORIGIN (H. of J.) — 1876 to give families of Masons social privileges connected with the Order; to enlist their sympathy and support for charitable work of the Masonic body; to help widows and orphans in need and travelers in distress; to give practical effect to the beneficent purpose of Free Masonry. Mrs. Josephine Maxine Walker, National Grand Matron (1963) * 202 Berry Street Hackensack, New Jersey Members: 9,000 in 28 states. Organization: State groups. Triennial Convention (October 1963, Columbus, Ohio). Publication: YORKRITE 'BULLETIN. (continued on page C 31) C26 36% 21% SERVICE WORKERS IN 1900 MOST OF THE 5 MILLION WORKING WOMEN WERE IN BLUE COLLAR FIELDS OF WORK. 28% 16.5% MANUAL WORKERS 19% 1.5% FARM WORKERS 1 in the United States * BY 1960 THE MAJORITY OF ALL WOMEN WORKERS (NUMBERING 21 MILLION) WERE WHITE COLLAR WORKERS. 17% 55% WHITE COLLAR WORKERS * 6% n.r. NATIONAL HOME DEMONSTRATION AGENTS' ASSOCIATION (NHDAA) – 1933 to provide a permanent organization for home demonstration agents of the U.S. and Puerto Rico; to strengthen and improve professional standards as home economists in the Extension Service; to promote fellowship among members, provide media for ex- change of ideas; to strengthen State Associations and stimulate member participation; to provide opportunity for recognition of leadership and service. Mrs. Marjorie E. Gillespie, President * (1963) P. O. Box 790 Flagstaff, Arizona Members: 3,412 in 50 states and Puerto Rico. Annual Meeting (September 1963, Salt Lake City, Utah; November 1964, Washington, D. C.). Publication: H D REPORTER. NATIONAL HOME DEMONSTRATION COUNCIL 1936 Mag to further strengthen, develop, coordinate and extend adult education in Home Economics through the cooperating Extension Service of the U.S. Depart- ment of Agriculture and the Land Grant Colleges. Mrs. Homer A. Greene, President (1963) Tutwiler, Mississippi Members: 41 Councils-40 state and one in Puerto Rico-with combined membership of 90,000. Annual National Meeting (October 1963, Little Rock, Arkansas; October 1964, Honolulu, Hawaii); also, semi-annual Board Meeting. Publication: NATIONAL NOTES. NATIONAL HOME FASHIONS LEAGUE, INC. (N.H.F.L. or the League) – 1947 . is a non-profit, membership group of women executives in the home furnishings industry; encour- ages cooperation among those engaged in creating, producing, merchandising and promoting every segment of home fashions; promotes good taste, good design and fashion in home furnishings; serves as a clearing house for industry problems. Mrs. Frances Troesch, President (1963) Mrs. Josephine M. Brush, Executive Director 767 Lexington Avenue, Suite 605 New York 21, New York Members: 1,200 in 15 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Chapters in 9 cities. Annual Conference (May 1964, Boston, Massachusetts; May 1965, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). Publication: MEMBERSHIP BULLETIN. (31 NATIONAL MASTER FARM HOMEMAKER'S GUILD (N.M.F.H.G.) - 1929 to create desire for service to home, community, State and Nation; to promote fellowship among those having been recognized as Master Farm Homemakers; to promote highest possible standards of living in our American Farm homes and focus attention on positive aspects of Farm Home Life. Mrs. John C. Stephenson, President (1965) Downs, Kansas Members: Individuals must be honored in own states as Master Farm Homemakers to be eligible to the National; 1,200 in 30 states. Organization: 12 state organizations. Annual National M.F.H.G. Meeting (October 1963, Little Rock, Arkansas). Publication: ANNUAL PRESIDENT'S LETTER " NATIONAL SOCIETY, DAMES OF THE COURT OF HONOR - 1921 to elevate the standard of HONOR among women and men; to uphold the traditions and ideals of our ancestors; to perpetuate, honor and revere the memory of our forebears; to aid in education of youth and preservation of the history of important periods of American wars, especially Colonial, Revolutionary, 1812, and Mexican. Miss Acena M. Booth, President General *(1963) • 110 Hitt Street Columbia, Missouri Members: 450 in 28 states. Organization: State societies. Annual Conference (December 1963, Winter Park, Florida). Publication: NEWSLETTER. NATIONAL SOCIETY, DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION (DAR) 1890 for Historic Preservation, Promotion of Education and Patriotic Endeavor. Mrs. Marion Moncure Duncan (Mrs. Robert V. H.), President General (1965) Mrs. Erma Ash, Chief Clerk, Business Office 1776 D Street, N. W. Washington 6, D. C. Members: 185,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, England, Mexico and Canal Zone. Organization: 2861 local chapters; state organizations. Annual Continental Congress (Washington, D. C., April 1964); Publication: DAR MAGAZINE. ( 32 NATIONAL SOCIETY DAUGHTERS PIONEERS (D.U.P.) — 1901 · for perpetuating the names and achievements • the immigrant pioneers to Utah who arrived here before the railroad May 10, 1869; for historical, educational, and public purposes. ... non-political and non-sectarian. Mrs. Kate B. Carter, President (1965) Mrs. Bessie Meredith, Office Clerk 304 North Main Street Salt Lake City 16, Utah OF OF UTAH Members: 20,000 in 22 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Central Company; 1,000 camps in 111 counties in 22 states. Semi-Annual Meeting (Salt Lake City, Utah). Publication: OUR PIONEER HERITAGE. NATIONAL WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION OF ALLIED BEVERAGE INDUSTRIES, INC. (WAABI) — 1949 to train and educate the women in the alcoholic beverage industry, so that they will be of increased value to their industry and in turn educate the public on the advantages, economically and socially, of a legally controlled alcoholic beverage industry. Mrs. Marie McNeil, President (1963) 155 East Forty-fourth Street, Room 901 New York 17, New York Members: 10,000 in 20 states and District of Columbia, Annual Convention (June 1964, Portland, Oregon; June 1965, New York, New York). Publications: INDUSTRY WOMAN; INDUSTRY INFORMATION GUIDE. NATIONAL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE OF THE AMERICAN ETHICAL UNION (NWC) - 1929 to promote the aims of the American Ethical Movement; to act as a bond between affiliated women's groups of the NWC; to develop interest and encourage action in matters of ethical importance in the com- munity-local, national and international. Mrs. Reva Stenzler (Allen A.), President (1964) • 2 West Sixty-fourth Street New York 23, New York Members: Bulk of membership consists of members of affiliated women's groups of about six Ethical Societies; also 50 individual members in 10 states. C33 NATIONAL WOMEN'S LEAGUE OF THE UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF AMERICA (National Women's League) – 1918 to inculcate into the homes and every day lives of its Sisterhood members. . the educational and religious ideals of Judaism; to focus attention on Jewish ethical teachings as they apply to our govern- ment policies on local, national and international scenes; to bring Sisterhoods together nationally. Mrs. Albert Fried, National President (1966) Mrs. Baruch I. Treiger, Executive Director 3080 Broadway New York 27, New York • Members: 760 sisterhoods in 42 states, District of Columbia, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, with total membership of 200,000. Organization: 29 units-27 branches, 2 divisions. Biennial National Convention (October 1964); also, annual Branch Conferences, Publication: OUTLOOK MAGAZINE. NEEDLEWORK GUILD OF AMERICA, INC. (The Guild) - 1885 for collection, by local branches, of NEW articles of clothing and household linens for distribution through recognized welfare organizations in their own areas (United States only). Mrs. J. Alfred Hamme, President (1965) Miss Mildred Michener, Executive Director 124 South Twelfth Street Philadelphia 7, Pennsylvania Members: 400 local branches in 35 states, with total membership of 500,000. Organization: State and district groups; 8 regions. Annual Convention (April 1964, Norfolk, Virginia); also, annual Board Meeting. Publication: N.G.A. "NEWS" PAN PACIFIC AND SOUTHEAST ASIA WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION OF U.S.A., INC. (PPSEAWA) 1928 to promote peace through friendship and under- standing among women of the Pacific and South Asia areas; to cooperate with them to improve social conditions. Dr. Grace F. Nutley, President (1965) 45 East Sixty-fifth Street New York 21, New York Members: 300; also 3 affiliated/cooperating national organizations. Organization: 3 chapters. Annual Meeting (May 1964); also, monthly "Open House. Publication: PPSEAWA NEWSLETTER. C34 PEN AND BRUSH - 1893 to establish higher standards of craftsmanship in the various arts, and to stimulate and develop the professional activities of its members. Mrs. Elizabeth Cowan, President (1964) Miss Ruth Van Buskirk, Executive Secretary 16 East Tenth Street New York 3, New York Members: 325 in 50 states and District of Columbia- some "resident" (within 50 miles of N.Y. City Hall; others "non-resident. Organization: 4 major sections-Brush, Craft, Pen and Sculpture. Annual General Meeting; Publication: PEN AND BRUSH BULLETIN. K PIONEER WOMEN THE WOMEN'S LABOR ZIONIST LABOR ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. (Pioneer Women) - 1925 .. in America: promotes creative American Jewish living, participation in civic and service activities, varied Jewish cultural programs. In Israel: provides almost half of all social services for women, youth and children; provides child care, agricultural and vocational training, rehabilitation services an d special instruction for newcomers and Arab women in over 1,000 installations throughout Israel. Mrs. Sidney Leff, President (1963) Miss Vivienne F. Zalkind, Executive Director 29 East Twenty-second Street, Eighth Floor New York 10, New York Members: 40,000 in the United States and Canada; 400,000 affiliates in 12 countries. Organization: Eleven regions. Biennial National Convention (August 1963, Detroit, Michigan). Publication: THE PIONEER WOMEN JOURNAL. SUPREME EMBLEM CLUB OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - 1926 to unite clubs, commonly known as Elks' Ladies Clubs, the membership of which is open only to the wives, mothers, daughters, sisters, and widows of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks; to be interested in social, charitable, patriotic and civic purposes. Mrs. Peter Garcia, Supreme President Mrs. George L. Graziadio, Supreme Executive Secretary* 109 Henry Street Manchester, Connecticut Members: 395 clubs in 32 states with a total member- ship of 40,000. Annual Supreme Emblem Club Convention (September 1963, Boston, Massachusetts; October 1964, Chicago, Illinois). Publication: EMBLEM TOPICS. ( 35 C36 SUPREME FOREST WOODMEN CIRCLE (Woodmen Circle) 1891 · for protection of the home; for patriotic service • by teaching allegiance to the ideals of our country and service to humanity; . for comforting our members and their families in sickness and adversity. Mrs. Lena Alexander Shugart, National President (1963) 3303 Farnam Street Omaha 31, Nebraska • • Members: 2,392 adult and junior local units with total membership of 139,793 in 45 states and District of Columbia. Organization: State and district units. Quadriennial National Convention (August 1963, Chicago, Illinois); also, District Conventions from one to four times per year and quadriennial State Conventions. Publications: WOODMEN CIRCLE TIDINGS; JUNIOR TIDINGS; BUSINESS BOOSTER. • SUPREME LADIES' AUXILIARY ST. JOHN (Supreme Auxiliary) — 1900 - • to unite into true, fraternal Sisterhood Catholic women of good moral character; to assist in spreading our Faith; to promote a more generous, filial respect for spiritual authority of the Roman Catholic Church; to develop patriotism; to foster and create fraternalism and sociability among members. Mrs. Camilla Haszlauer, Supreme President (1964) Miss Adelaide M. Mahoney, Supreme Secretary * 831 Emmett Street KNIGHTS OF Schenectady 7, New York Members: 25,000 in 10 states, District of Columbia, West Africa, Panama, Central America, and Trinidad, West Indies; 868 in junior auxiliaries in 10 states, District of Columbia, and Trinidad. Organization: 215 local, 25 district, and 2 state auxiliaries. Biennial International Convention (July 1964, Buffalo, New York). SWEET ADELINES, INC. 1945 ... to educate its members in the art of four-part harmony, barbershop style, without instrumental accompaniment. Mrs. Garee Rogers, President (1963) Mrs. Nancy Bergman, Executive Secretary 3321 East Thirtieth Street Tulsa, Oklahoma Members: 15,000 in all states, Canada and Panama Canal Zone. Organization: 15 regions. Annual Convention (October 1963, Oakland, California; October 1964, Minneapolis, Minnesota). Publication: THE PITCH PIPE. UNION OF POLISH WOMEN IN AMERICA FRATERNAL ORGANIZATION (U.P.W.A.) - 1921 to preserve among Polish women in America their moral and religious consciousness; develop better understanding of American patriotism and loyalty; inculcate in them, particularly the younger members, worthy Polish ideals, so they may lead fuller lives and better fulfill their duties as citizens by taking active participation in their respective communities... Mrs. Helena Janoska, President (1965) Mrs. Helen J. Bagdzinski, Secretary 2636-38 East Allegheny Avenue Philadelphia 34, Pennsylvania Members: 9,500 in 3 states. Quadriennial Convention (October 1965, Trenton, New Jersey); also, annual Conference. Publication: GWIAZDA (Polish Star). UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST WOMEN'S FEDERATION 1963 By merger of Alliance of Unitarian Women and The Association of Universalist Women. - to uphold and extend the philosophy of liberal religion; contribute to the Association the sensitivity, vision and pioneering spirit of women; serve the social and spiritual needs of people through fellow- ship, group expression, and programs of education, service and action; to join with others in striving for human dignity, freedom and peace; to develop ap- preciation and understanding of the joy and deeper meaning of life. Mrs. L. Charles Underwood, President (1965) Mrs. Nelson A. Burgess, Executive Director 25 Beacon Street Boston 8, Massachusetts Members: 600 units in 39 states, District of Columbia, five Provinces in Canada, and Canal Zone; combined membership of 25,000. Annual Continental Convention (San Francisco, California, May 1964; Boston, Massachusetts, May Publication: THE BRIDGE. (37 UNITED CHURCH WOMEN OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF CHRIST IN THE USA - 1941 to unite church women in their allegiance to their Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, through a program looking to their integration in the total life and work of the church and to the building of a world Christian community. Mrs. Theodore F. Wallace, President (1964) Mrs. W. Murdoch MacLeod, General Director 475 Riverside Drive, Room 822 New York 27, New York Organization: 2,300 local and 51 state councils. Triennial Assembly (October 1964, Kansas City, Missouri; July 1967, Lafayette, Indiana). Publication: THE CHURCH WOMAN. UNITED ORDER TRUE SISTERS, INC. ("True Sisters" or UOTS Inc.) - 1846 .. to carry on a program of philanthropy. National project is ÚOTS Inc. Cancer Service providing treat- ments for medically indigent cancer patients. Each chapter carries on communal philanthropy. Mrs. Joseph Winters (Mrs. Rebecca L.), National President (1963) Mrs. Ethel S. Saxe, Executive Secretary 150 West Eighty-fifth Street New York 24, New York Members: 13,000 in 13 states. Organization: 46 units. Annual Meeting and Convention (October 1963, New York, New York; November 1964, St. Louis, Missouri). Publication: THE ECHO. UNITED STATES WOMEN'S LACROSSE ASSOCIATION (U.S.W.L.A.) – 1931 to spread, further, and advance the best interests of Lacrosse for women and girls in this country. Miss Jane A. Oswald, President* (1964) 445 Hillside Avenue Jenkintown, Pennsylvania Members: 200 in 7 states; 40 associate members; 142 allied school and colleges in 15 states. Organization: 8 local associations. Annual U.S. W. L.A. National Tournament; also, 2 Holiday Weekends-Southern and Northern-each year. Publication: CROSSE-CHECKS. (38 WIVES OF THE ARMED FORCES, EMERITUS (WAFE) - 1942 to cooperate with worthy causes suggested by our Armed Forces stationed abroad; to facilitate foreign student exchange and sponsorship for study in the U. S.; to extend the work and aims of People to People, and The International Family idea. Mrs. Carter Collins, President (1966) 1438 Arch Street • Berkeley 9, California Members: Cooperating, non-dues paying members from all countries of free world where Armed Forces are stationed; 25 members of Executive Committee in California. Organization: About 100 churches; schools, service and other organizations cooperate in patriotic and international projects. WOMAN'S AUXILIARY TO THE AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, INC. 1922 Abante to assist the American Medical Association in its program for the advancement of medicine and public health. • Mrs. William B. Thuss, President (1963) Miss Margaret N. Wolfe (Mrs. Richard A. Perritt), Executive Director 535 North Dearborn Street Chicago 10, Illinois Members: 83,000 in 50 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 1,203 county and 51 state auxiliaries. Annual Convention; also, annual workshop conference. Publication: THE BULLETIN. WOMAN'S AUXILIARY TO THE NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION – 1936 to create a greater interest in the National Medical Association; to aid and encourage the medical profession in its effort to educate the public in matters of sanitation and health; to promote acquaint- ances among doctors' families, that national unity and harmony may be increased. Mrs. J. B. Harris, President (1963) Mrs. L. W. Long, Administrative Secretary ta P. O. Box 264 Union, South Carolina Members: 500 in 35 states and District of Columbia. Organization: 50+ units-local, state, zone and national. Biennial Auxiliary Meeting (August 1963, Los Angeles, California). Publication: THE MOUTHPIECE. (39 WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH (W. H. & F. M. Society) - 1880 to promote the cause of World Evangelization, and by systematic means raise funds for the promotion of the work. • Mrs. Clarence P. Jackson, President (1963) Mrs. Margaret J. May, Executive Secretary Harriet Tubman Home P. O. Box 114 Auburn, New York Members: In 48 states, District of Columbia, South America, Africa, Bahamas, and the Virgin Islands. Organization: Approximately four conferences in each of twelve districts. Quadriennial Convention (August 1963, St. Louis, Missouri); also, Biennial Meeting. Publications: THE MISSIONARY SEER; THE STAR OF ZION. WOMAN'S MISSIONARY COUNCIL, CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1918 ... to develop and maintain Christian work at home and abroad; study the needs of people throughout the world; strengthen the program of Evangelism at home and abroad; accept responsibility for Christian Service and activities that will improve civic community and world conditions. Mrs. Eula W. F. Harris, President (1963) c/o Mrs. R. Allen 109-111 Shannon Street Jackson, Tennessee Members: 40,000 in 48 states and Ghana, Africa. Organization: Local and district units. Quadrennial Session (August 1963, Kansas City, Missouri); also, annual Conference and district Meetings. Publication: MISSIONARY MESSENGER. C 40 WOMAN'S NATIONAL FARM AND GARDEN ASSOCIATION (National Farm and Garden or WNF & GA) - 1914 to stimulate interest in the conservation of our natural resources; to foster better Urban-Rural relations among women; to help women through scholarships to receive training in agriculture, horticulture and related professions and to develop opportunities for women so trained; to study problem's involved in direct marketing and to encourage the establishment of high standards in crafts. Mrs. Benjamin D. Holt, President (1964) 2804 Thirty-ninth Street Washington 7, D. C. Members: 8,500 in 11 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Branches and state units. • Annual Meeting; also, Council and Open Meetings. Publication: NATIONAL FARM & GARDEN MAGAZINE. WOMAN'S NATIONAL SABBATH ALLIANCE - 1894 to arouse the women of America to a realization of the existing perils which_threaten the Christian Sabbath, which is the Lord's Day; to enlist all women in definite efforts to counteract these perils; to cooperate with organizations having similar objec- tives, by publication and distribution of suitable literature, and by all other means practicable. Mrs. Andrew Smith, President Miss Clarice A. Francis, Secretary Box 68, Midwood Station Brooklyn 30, New York Members: 300 in 28 states, District of Columbia, and Africa. Biennial Board Meeting; also, 2 public meetings per year. Publication: THE BULLETIN. WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORGANIZATION FOR REHABILITATION THROUGH TRAINING (Women's American ORT) – 1927 to support the activities of the Organization for Rehabilitation through Training, the agency for the vocational training of Jews overseas. Through organ- ized programs of vocational education, serving Jewish communities in 19 countries, ORT each year provides instruction to more than 40,000 persons in its 600 trade and technical schools and related training facilities. Mrs. Max M. Rosenberg, President (1963) 222 Park Avenue South New York 3, New York Members: 60,000 in 17 states. Biennial National Convention (October 1963, New York). Publication: BULLETIN. C 41 WOMEN'S ARMY CORPS VETERANS ASSOCIATION (WAC Veterans) - 1951 $ to be of service to all veterans; to promote justice, tolerance, peace and good will among all men, toward the end that all wars may cease. Miss Mary G. Callahan, President * (1963) 497 Boylston Street · : Brookline 46, Massachusetts Members: 1,300 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and many foreign countries (350 at-large; balance in 24 chapters). Annual Convention (Boston, Massachusetts, August 1963; St. Louis, Missouri, August 1964). Publication: THE CHANNEL. WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REAL ESTATE BOARDS (Women's Council of NAREB) — 1939 to elevate standards of women in real estate field by encouraging selection of qualified women; to en- courage exchange of information on business problems of its members and united effort in their solution; to furnish members through group learning techniques opportunity to expand their knowledge of principles and methods of real estate practices and greater knowledge of NAREB's Code of Ethics. Mrs. Louise Gale, President (1963) Miss Amelia Harris, Executive Secretary 36 South Wabash Avenue Chicago 3, Illinois Members: 3,600 in 46 states, District of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands. Organization: 123 local and 23 state chapters. Annual Convention (November 1963, New York, New York); also, January and May Meetings. Publications: WHAT WOMEN REALTORS ARE DOING; CHAPTER PROGRAMS. WOMEN'S DIVISION, COMMITTEE – 1919 REPUBLICAN NATIONAL to direct Republican women's activities through- out the country, particularly that of Party organization women, such as National Committee women, State Vice Chairmen, County Vice Chairmen, etc.; to promote Republican cause and the election of Republican candidates. 1625 Eye Street, N. W., Second Floor Washington 6, D. C. Mrs. Clare B. Williams, Assistant Chairman Mrs. Elsie S. Stehl, Executive Secretary Annual Republican Women's Conference; also, partici- pates largely in Republican National Conventions. Publication: WOMEN IN POLITICS. C42 WOMEN'S DIVISION-UNITED HIAS SERVICE (Women's Division of HIAS) — 1884 to raise funds and do welfare work to assist United HIAS service in its world-wide program of rescue and resettlement of Jewish migrants. Mrs. Sidney J. Benton, President (1963) Miss Sylvia Neulander, Director 425 Lafayette Street, Room 108 New York 3, New York Members: 1,300. Organization: Nine chapters. Annual Membership Rally. Publication: CALENDAR OF EVENTS. WOMEN'S EDUCATIONAL AND INDUSTRIAL UNION (W.E.I.U.) - 1877 ... to increase fellowship and cooperation among women in order to determine, establish and promote the best practical methods of securing their educa- tional, industrial, economic and communal advance- ment Miss Mary H. Tolman, President (unlimited) 264 Boylston Street Boston 16, Massachusetts Members: 3,000 in all states. Annual Meeting. Publication: BULLETIN TO MEMBERS. • • WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE FOR PEACE AND FREEDOM, UNITED STATES SECTION (WILPF) - 1915 means to work for the establishment by non-violent of those political, economic, social and psychological conditions both at home and abroad which can assure peace, freedom and justice. Mrs. Dorothy Hutchinson, President (1965) Mrs. Mildred Scott Olmsted, National Administrative Secretary 2006 Walnut Street Philadelphia 3, Pennsylvania Members: In 48 states. Organization: 100 local branches; 9 state units. Annual Meeting; also, annual Legislative Seminar, and annual UN Seminar. Publications: FOUR LIGHTS; WASHINGTON NEWSLETTER. C43 WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL (WLI) 1928 to assist in the absorption of young women newcomers to Israel; to help provide trained future leaders in Israel by helping to make available educa- tional opportunities to her youths. Built and maintains 5 Y-style homes in Israel for women immigrants. Mrs. Anna Cahane Neiditz, President (1963) Mrs. Regina Wermiel, Executive Secretary • 1860 Broadway, Suite 1112 New York 23, New York Organization: 29 units. Annual Meeting (June 1964). Publication: NEWS BULLETIN. WOMEN'S NATIONAL PRESS CLUB (The WNPC) – 1919 ... to encourage higher professional standards among women in journalism and other media of public infor- mation ... and . . . to present outstanding leaders and foster discussion in meetings and seminars, thereby encouraging dissemination of information to the public on national and international affairs- economic, educational, scientific and welfare devel- opments and any additional topics of current interest. Mrs. F. Edward Cavin, President (1963) Mrs. Charlotte J. Hatton, Executive Secretary 1204 National Press Building Washington 4, D. C. C Members: 550 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and foreign countries. Semi-Annual Business Meeting (November 1963). Publication: WNPC NEWSLETTER. WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS' SERVICES, NATIONAL JEWISH WELFARE BOARD (JWB, WOS) - 1942 .. provides morale and recreational services for men and women in the armed forces and patients in Veterans Administration hospitals. Mrs. Irving J. Sands, Chairman (1963) Miss Diana Bernstein, Director 145 East Thirty-second Street, 6th Floor New York 16, New York Members: 9 National Jewish Women's Organizations with a combined membership of 1,000,000+. Organization: 200 local units. Participates in National Biennial Convention of the National Jewish Welfare Board (April 1964, Boston, Massachusetts; May 1966, New York, New York). Publications: GUIDEPOST; MRS. G. I. (44 WOMEN'S SOCIAL SERVICE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (W.S.S.) - 1951 in U.S.A. to raise funds for the Mother Organization in Israel, for providing food, clothing, and shelter for elderly immigrants. Mrs. Rosi Michael, President (1963) 240 West Ninety-eighth Street, 1 E New York 25, New York Members: 1,000 in the United States, Holland and Switzerland. Weekly Board Meeting (Tuesday, New York, New York.) Publication: JOURNAL. WOMEN WORLD WAR VETERANS, INC. – 1919 to uphold the memories of cooperation in world wars, promote the sanctity of the United States Constitution, and our Bill of Rights; to promote respect for good citizenship, provide Retirement Residence for World War I and II veterans, women who served honorably in the armed forces of the United States. Dr. Dorothy Frooks, National Commander (1966) 237 Madison Avenue New York 16, New York Members: 80,000 in 50 states. Convention. Publication: NEWSLETTER. YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE U. S. A. (YWCA) – 1855 is dedicated to the moral, spiritual, social, intellectual and physical welfare of women- "To build a fellowship of women and girls devoted to the task of realizing in our common life those ideals of personal and social living to which we are committed by our faith as Christians. In this endeavor we seek to understand Jesus, to share his love for all people and to grow in the knowledge and love of God. • Mrs. Archie D. Marvel, President (1964) Miss Edith M. Lerrigo, General Secretary 600 Lexington Avenue New York 22, New York Members: More than 2,000,000 in 49 49 states and District of Columbia. Organization: Four regions. Triennial Convention (April 1964, Cleveland, Ohio). Publications: THE YWCA MAGAZINE; THE BOOKSHELF. C45 * NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN DEANS AND COUNSELORS (NAWDC) – 1916 received too late for alphabetical placement to promote effective work in the field of guidance and student personnel work; to strengthen the profes- sional status of its members; and to conduct research and study pertinent to their work. Miss Helen B. Schleman, President (1965) Miss Barbara Catton, Executive Secretary - 1201 Sixteenth Street, N. W., Room 204 Washington 36, D. C. Members: 2,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Annual Convention (March 1964, Portland, Oregon; April 1965, Minneapolis, Minnesota). Publication: JOURNAL OF NAWDC. C46 1 "The term 'community development' has come into international usage to connote the processes by which the efforts of the people themselves are united with those of governmental authorities to improve. the economic, social and cultural conditions of communities, to integrate these communities into the life of the nation, and enable them to contribute fully to national progress." ?? -United Nations: "Community Development and Related Services, New York, 1960, p. 1. "1 "Women constitute half the population. They are the homemakers and the centre of the family. They are also the main custodians of the social, cultural and fundamental values of a society, and permanent social change is often best achieved through them. In fact, full community development is not possible without their understanding, cooperation and effec- tive participation." *? -United Nations: "Report of the Ad Hoc Group of Experts on Community Development, March 14, 1963, p. 6. O C47 THE ONE DOMINANT AND AND UNCHALLENGED ROLE OF WOMEN THROUGHOUT THE WORLD ... influencing and serving the social, economic and cultural needs and standards of the family group to the extent to which her education and new knowledge permit; influencing the direction of progress in matters of vital concern to the family such as health, housing, communications, and work opportunities; ... taking her place in an expanding market economy as economic producer and income earner, and in cooperative efforts to mobilize savings and start productive enterprises; ... participating in governmental services in support of the social and economic development of the nation as a whole, as trained professional or technical auxiliary. IS CENTERED IN THE HOME FAMILY CIVIC LIVING ECONOMIC ACTION STANDARDS ACTIVITY This is being enlarged, progressively, to include wider spheres of activity... SALARIED NATION-BUILDING SERVICE "In order to awaken the people, it is the woman who has to be awakened. Once she is on the move, the household moves, the village moves, and the Country moves. "" - Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, "Women of the Pacific"-A Report of the Pan-Pacific and Southeast Asia Women's Association August 20-31, 1958, Tokyo, Japan, p. 36. Many voluntary organizations were founded by and for "awakened" women: some have maintained their original membership requirement; others have moved to accept membership of men; still others have com- prised both men and women. The organizations which follow have come to that point, by one of the several paths. • All represent examples of women and men, working together in the same organization: all share in common the feature of membership which is -PREDOMINANTLY WOMEN C 50 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF DOCTORS' NURSES (AADN) 1959 to promote the recognition and advancement of the Doctor's Nurse; to encourage young people to desire to become Doctors' Nurses; . to maintain in the Doctor's Nurse an awareness of her responsibili- ties to the doctor and his patients; to inspire members to render loyal, efficient, and honest service G Mrs. Peggy Eccles, President of the Professional_Council (1963) Mr. Bob Bickford, Executive Director 9600 Colesville Road Silver Spring, Maryland Members: 5,000 in all states. Organization: Local societies. Annual Convention; also, four seminars per year. Publication: DOCTOR'S NURSE BULLETIN. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS, INC. (AAMA) - 1955 ... to improve the training and education of the medical office assistant; to assist in establishing standards for schools and colleges offering this training so that the medical assistant will be a pro- fessional, abke to perform her work with maximum efficiency. Miss Alice Budny, President (1963) Mrs. Stella Thurnau, Executive Secretary 510 North Dearborn Street, Room 926 Chicago 10, Illinois Members: 11,000 in 39 states. Organization: 430 county chapters, two or more of which form a state association. Annual Convention (October 1963, Miami Beach, Florida; October 1964, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma). Publication: THE AAMA BULLETIN. AMERICAN DENTAL ASSISTANTS ASSOCIATION (A.D.A.A.) – 1925 to promote the education of the dental assistant; to improve and sustain the vocation of dental assist- ing; and to contribute to the advancement of the dental profession and the improvement of public health. Miss Ruth Martinson, President (1963) Mrs. Dorothy Kowalczyk, Executive Secretary 410 First National Bank Building La Porte, Indiana Members: 13,000 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Organization: 399 components; 51 constituents. Annual House of Delegates Meeting (October 1963, Atlantic City, New Jersey). Publication: THE DENTAL ASSISTANT. C 51 C ( 52 THE AMERICAN DIETETIC ASSOCIATION (A.D.A.) 1917 to improve the nutrition of human beings; to advance the science of dietetics and nutrition; and to promote education in these and allied areas. Miss Edith A. Jones, President (1963) Miss Ruth M. Yakel, Executive Director 620 North Michigan Avenue, Room 420 Chicago 11, Illinois Members: 16,200 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Organization: 120 regional, city and district associa- tions but they are not affiliated with national. Annual Meeting (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 1963; Portland, Oregon, July 1964). Publications: JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN DIETETIC ASSOCIATION; ADA COURIER. AMERICAN HOME ECONOMICS (AHEA) - 1909 ... to provide opportunities for professional home economists and members from other fields to cooper- ate in the attainment of the well-being of families, the improvement of homes, and the preservation of values significant in home life. Mrs. Florence W. Low, President (1964) Dr. A. June Bricker, Executive Director 1600 Twentieth Street, N. W. Washington 9, D. C. ASSOCIATION Members: 52 state units (District of Columbia and Puerto Rico included), with a total membership of 28,506; over 400 affiliated college chapters;` six affiliates in other countries. Organization: Nine professional, six subject-matter sections. Annual Meeting (June 1964, Detroit, Michigan). Publication: JOURNAL OF HOME ECONOMICS. - AMERICAN NURSES' FOUNDATION (A.N.F.) — 1955 is a national center for research in nursing, which sponsors and conducts research. A major part of its program is to award research grants to other qualified, non-profit, tax exempt institutions, such as hospitals, public health agencies, colleges and universities. Dr. Eleanor C. Lambertsen, President (1965) Clara A. Hardin, Ph.D., Executive Director 10 Columbus Circle, 25th Floor New York 19, New York Members: 22 (all members of Board of Directors of the American Nurses' Association). Annual Meeting (January or February 1964; January or February 1965). AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION (A.P.T.A.) – 1921 .. to foster the development and improvement of physical therapy service and physical therapy educa- tion through the coordinated action of physical therapists, allied professional groups, citizens, agencies and schools to the end that the physical therapy needs of the people will be met. • Miss Mary Elizabeth Kolb, President (1964) Miss Lucy Blair, Executive Director 1790 Broadway, Room 301 New York 19, New York Members: 9,500 in 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Organization: 112 units within states-57 chapters, 55 districts. Annual Conference (July 1964, Denver, Colorado). Publication: THE JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION. AMERICAN REGISTRY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS (A.R.M.A.) - 1950 to encourage, establish and maintain high stand- ards for Medical Assistants; to admit to membership those Medical Assistants who meet these high standards; to issue a Certificate of Registration to those duly registered and to confer on all members the occupational title "Registered Medical Assist- ant"; to conduct this association as a national scientific organization of and for Medical Assistants. Dr. Clarence W. Truehart, Chancellor (1966) Mrs. Irene M. Talle, RMA, Executive Secretary P. O. Box 29 Thompsonville, Massachusetts Members: 3401 in 50 states. Organization: 48 state chapters. Annual Seminar (Fall 1963, possibly Johnson City, Tennessee). Publication: ARMA BULLETIN. ( 53 THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF X-RAY TECHNICIANS 1920 -- to promote the science and art of radiography; assist in establishing standards of training and quali- fications;... maintain a journal;... distribute reports of the Society and papers on radiography and related subjects; provide for reading of papers and discus- sions of problems pertaining to the work of x-ray technicians; encourage and facilitate similar program's among affiliated organizations. Mr. Robert Ira Phillips, R.T. (ARRT), President (1963) Mrs. Genevieve J. Eilert, Executive Secretary 537 South Main Street Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Members: 11,562 in 50 states, District of Columbia, Canada, Japan, Africa, Okinawa, Bermuda, British Columbia, Central America, Canal Zone, Brazil, South America, West Indies, Puerto Rico, England, and Mexico; also, 58 affiliated state, regional, and local organizations in 48 states and District of Columbia. Annual Meeting (May 1964, Minneapolis, Minnesota). Publication: THE X RAY TECHNICIAN. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC CATHOLIC NURSES (NCCN) 1940 A to protect, encourage and advance the spiritual, professional, and material welfare of Registered Professional and Practical Catholic Nurses; encourage the spirit of Charity by emphasizing opportunities in the functions of nursing; to promote voluntary services in the care of the sick poor. Mrs. Marie Costello, President (1964) Miss Anne V. Houck, Executive Secretary 1312 Massachusetts Avenue, N. W., Room 707 Washington 5, D. C. to Members: 111 dioceses (with 312 chapters) plus a few individual members, in 43 states and District of Columbia, for a total membership of 19,000. Biennial Convention (April 1964, Chicago, Illinois; 1966, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania); also, biennial regional meetings. Publication: CATHOLIC NURSE MAGAZINE. C 54 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES, INC. (N.F.L.P.N.) - 1949 ... to preserve and foster the ideal of comprehensive care for the ill and aged; to improve standards of practice; to speak for licensed practical nurses and serve as a clearing house, and cooperate with other groups concerned with better patient care; to secure recognition and effective utilization of the skills of licensed practical nurses. Miss Catherine T. Garrity, President (1963) Mrs. Lillian E. Kuster, Executive Director 250 West Fifty-seventh Street, Suite 1511-1513 New York 19, New York Members: Approximately 600 state association units, plus some individuals, in 50 states and District of Columbia, for a total membership of 30,000. Annual Convention (October 1963, Indianapolis, Indiana; September 1964, Portland, Oregon). Publication: N.F.L.P.N. NEWSLETTER. NATIONAL LEAGUE FOR NURSING (NLN) 1952 ... to foster the development and improvement of hospital, industrial, public health, and other organized nursing services and of nursing education, through the coordinated action of nurses, allied professional groups, citizens, agencies, and schools to the end that the nursing needs of the people will be met. Mrs. Lois M. Austin, President (1965) Miss Inez Haynes, General Director 10 Columbus Circle New York 19, New York Members: 24,000 in 50 states, Dis trict of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada, and APO; also, 1200 agency members-public health nursing services, schools and colleges conducting educational programs in nursing. Organization: 94 local and 49 state leagues; 4 re- gional councils. Biennial Convention (May 1965, San Francisco, California). Publications: NURSING OUTLOOK; NURSING RESEARCH (cosponsorship). Jan ORDER OF THE GOLDEN CHAIN (O.G.C.) 1929 is Masonically related and men of the Masonic Order are members. We operate a camp for underprivi- leged children, in Blairstown, N. J. We are a fraternal body and dispense charity wherever we have our units. Mrs. Miriam Brickman, Most Worthy Grand Matron (1963) Mrs. Freda R. Jayson, Grand Secretary 40 Washington Street East Orange, New Jersey Members: 9,000 in 8 states. Organization: 40 units (Links). Annual Convention for All Links (May 1964).