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W/ARW. Archives for Research on Women

 Record Group Term
Identifier: W/ARW

Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:

Altrusa International, Atlanta Club records

 Collection
Identifier: W077
Abstract:

The records of the Altrusa International, Atlanta Club, 1938-2001, describe through administrative papers, correspondence, scrapbooks, articles and photographs how the women's service organization provided community service within District III and with Altrusa clubs internationally as a whole.

Dates: 1938-2001

American Association of University Women, Atlanta Branch records

 Collection
Identifier: W142
Abstract:

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) promotes education and equity for all women and girls, lifelong learning, and positive societal change. This collection consists of the history, office files, conference materials, meeting information, and outreach programs related to the Atlanta branch of the American Association of University Women, 1939-2013.

Dates: 1939-2013

Betsy Rivard papers

 Collection
Identifier: W099
Abstract:

Caroline (Betsy) Rivard is a political activist working on environment issues pertaining to nuclear materials. Her papers, 1990-2006, consist of articles, meeting agendas and notes, and printed materials reflecting Rivard's service as a board member of Women's Action for New Directions (WAND) and Women Legislators' Lobby (WiLL).

Dates: 1990-2006

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers records

 Collection
Identifier: W151
Abstract:

The Georgia Association for Women Lawyers (GAWL) is a nonprofit corporation serving to support the diverse interests and needs of women lawyers in Georgia. The collection consists of administrative files, programs, scrapbooks, and audiovisual materials ranging from 1916-2016.

Dates: 1916-2016; Majority of material found within 1987 - 2016

Georgia Commission on Family Violence records

 Collection
Identifier: W097
Abstract: The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia Commission on Family Violence (GCFV) in 1992. Focusing primarily on legislation, research, education and training, monitoring Family Violence and Batterer Intervention Programs and increasing community awareness, GCFV aims to increase the safety of survivors, improve the resources available and implement more adequate tools for family violence prevention. The records consist of correspondence, legal documents, legislative records, meeting...
Dates: 1985-2011; Majority of material found within 1995 - 2008

Georgia State University, Office of the Advancement of Women records

 Collection
Identifier: W073
Abstract The mission of the Office of the Advancement of Women (A of W) at Georgia State University (GSU) is to enhance collective efforts to improve the status of women at GSU. Based in the Provost's Office, the A of W collaborates with GSU colleges, administrative departments, and local and national women's programs to identify needs, offer support, and develop opportunities for professional development of women faculty and administrators at the university. Its records are comprised of...
Dates: 1974-2005; Majority of material found within 1990 - 2005

Georgians for Choice records

 Collection
Identifier: W078
Abstract:

Formed in 1986, Georgians for Choice brought together a number of women's organizations in an effort to greater impact the protection and expansion of women's reproductive freedom in Georgia. The records consist of correspondence and printed material, as well as minutes and agendas, financial records, legal records, photographs, audio-visual records, and artifacts including textiles, that document the legislative, organizational, advocacy, and educational work of the organization.

Dates: 1974-2008; Majority of material found within 1982-2006

Janette Pratt papers

 Collection
Identifier: W203
Abstract

The Janette Pratt papers consist of commemorative envelopes, a postcard, a pamphlet, a letter, a sash, and framed prints relating to first-wave feminist activities.

Dates: 1836, 1851, 1893-1896, 1936, 1967-1970, undated

Nan Grogan Orrock papers

 Collection
Identifier: W118
Abstract:

Nan Orrock has served as a senator and as a representative in Georgia's State Legislature since 1987, and as president of the Women Legislators' Lobby. She has worked to balance budgets; to increase spending on assisting families, education health and child care; and to reduce excessive and wasteful military spending. Her papers include correspondence, printed material, and financial records, that document legislation, political campaigns, and issues, 1969-2010 (bulk 1990-2006).

Dates: 1969-2010; Majority of material found within 1990 - 2006

Nancy N. Boothe papers

 Collection
Identifier: W079
Scope and Content of the Papers

The Nancy N. Boothe papers, 1980-2009 [bulk 1990-1997], are composed of articles, notes, reports and a wide variety of feminist publications. Much of the material documents the U.N. Fourth World Conference on Women, which Ms. Boothe attended as Executive Director of Atlanta's Feminist Women's Health Center. Artifacts, artwork and textiles relate to the conference and to other women's and health issues.

Dates: 1980-2009; Majority of material found within 1990 - 1997

NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia records

 Collection — Box Restricted
Identifier: W072
Abstract: Incorporated in 1980 as the Georgia Abortion Rights Action League (GARAL), NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia was the Georgia affiliate of the National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL). Its records, 1964, 1980-2006, document the direction and administration of the organization, its involvement in the political process in the state, the projects and programs it undertook to further its mission, and materials it gathered regarding reproductive health and rights, activism in Georgia, and political...
Dates: 1964, 1973-2006