Diane Winters papers

Collection

Identifier: W107

Staff Only
Not requestable

Scope and Content of the Papers

The Diane Winters Papers, 1974-2001, relate to her work with the Georgia Network Against Domestic Violence, a branch of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and its affiliates. The papers consist of correspondence, minutes and agendas, pamphlets, photographs, and a recording of two public service announcements. Topics covered include coalitions under the GNADV and their efforts to pass protective legislation for domestic violence victims, both women and children. Files are arranged in chronological order.

Dates

Creation: 1974-2001

Creator

Winters, Diane, 1952- (Person)

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research use.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

Georgia State University is the owner of the physical collection and makes reproductions available for research, subject to the copyright law of the United States and item condition. Georgia State University may or may not own the rights to materials in the collection. It is the researcher's responsibility to verify copyright ownership and obtain permission from the copyright holder before publication, reproduction, or display of the materials beyond what is reasonable under copyright law. Researchers may quote selections from the collection under the fair use provision of copyright law.

Biographical Note About Diane Winters

Diane Winters attended Rocky Grove High School in Franklin, Pennsylvania, from 1963-1969. She helped found the Council on Battered Women in 1975 and continues to aid domestic violence victims. She is the Administrative Director at the Georgia branch of the American Civil Liberties Union as well as a board member for the Georgia Advocates for Battered Women and Children.

Extent

6.23 Linear Feet (in 13 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract:

Diane Winters helped found the Council on Battered Women in 1975 and continues to serve as a board member for the Georgia Advocates for Battered Women and Children. Her papers consist of correspondence, minutes and agendas, pamphlets, photographs, and a recording, 1974-2001, and relate to her work with the Georgia Network Against Domestic Violence, a branch of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and its affiliates.

Arrangement

Files arranged alphabetically.

Acquisition Information

Donated by Diane Winters, 2011, 2012 (W2011-36, W2012-09).

Separated Materials

Pamphlets were separated and added to the Women’s Printed Collection during processing. See the Women's Printed collection: Pamphlets finding aid for access.