Norma Anderson interview, 2020-11-11
Scope and Contents
D.C. Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) is a citywide initiative to train community members in oral history skills, fund new and ongoing oral history projects, connect volunteers with oral history projects, and publicize existing oral history collections. DCOHC is a project of DC Public Library, HumanitiesDC, and the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. This collection contains oral history interviews, transcripts, and indexes produced by DCOHC grantees.
Dates
- Creation: 2020-11-11
Creator
- Anderson, Norma, 1935- (Person)
Biographical / Historical
Ms. Norma Anderson grew up in a large family on their own farm in Tennessee and realized that farming did not hold her interest. She moved to various northern cities, while acquiring valuable occupational skills and advanced education. She attended Michigan State University. She is affiliated with several professional organizations and continues to hold leadership roles. She was a member of the Minneapolis, Minneapolis, National Council of Negro Women Section before relocating to Maryland and joining the Washington Section.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.13 Terabytes
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Ms. Norma Anderson provides a candid discussion concerning her motivation to maintain active membership in the National Council of Negro Women for over 60 years. She shares her professional skills and energy to benefit the organization and community. Ms. Anderson addresses the need to sustain the mission of National Council of Negro Women for current and future generations of women. She also identifies the need for a deeper commitment and approach to reach young girls and women due the current need for change and the status of women. She offers hope for future leaders and members of the organization.
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the The People's Archive, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library Repository