This record group is comprised of microfilmed records of the predecessor organizations, minutes, and reports of the YWCA of the U.S.A., as well as the organization's subject files and records recording interactions between the national association, community associations, and registered groups. The original records were created between 1884 and 1970 and were microfilmed between 1964 and 1984.
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Description:
War Relocation Authority documents concerning their policies and procedures for returning internees and disseminating information about the relocation process, camp living and Japanese Americans in communities. Pamphlets, reports and booklets communicate the War Relocation Authority's purpose and seek to educate readers about the situation in camps and around the nation as well as to address racism and treatment of Japanese Americans. Also included are collections of data and statistics on returning evacuees, directories to the offices and resources in addition to War Relocation Authority statements and correspondence.
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Date Created:
1942-1946
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r150_m004
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Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. work in Czechoslovakia. Reports and correspondence from YWCA secretaries in Czechoslovakia concern the troubles and conflict faced by Czechoslovakians and foreign workers during the time leading up to Hitler's occupation and through the end of World War II. YWCA centers assist with refugees, continue work with women, and provide other assistance as needed. Speeches made by the mayor of Prague and the President of Czechoslovakia are included in the documents. Prior to Czechoslovakia's occupation, reports and correspondence tell of work with the labor movement and recreation and describe the financial troubles of the newly formed nation. In addition to these reports and correspondence, documents include descriptions of the traditions and folklore of Czechoslovakia's people providing a cultural background to the work of the YWCA including a bibliography from the New York Public Library of books on Czechoslovakia.
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Date Created:
1920-1950
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r053_m006
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Description:
Memorial programs, obituaries and letters of condolence for deceased board and staff members of the YWCA of the U.S.A. National Board. Documents are arranged alphabetically by person's last name and may include articles of note they authored, correspondence concerning their work, employee record cards and photographs.
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Date Created:
circa 1903-1958
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r117_m002
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Description:
Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A. work with unemployed groups and unemployment relief. Included in these documents are reports and data on unemployment in the United States, reports on resident schools and unemployment camps, summaries and examples of local association work, descriptions of proposed relief programs, and discussion of the YWCA's relationship with other relief organizations including Federal relief projects.
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Date Created:
1929-1940
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r110_m006
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Description:
Documents concerning assemblies, group discussions, and general proceedings of the Twenty-second National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The convention as a whole addresses the theme of "the responsibility of the YWCA in the sixties." Through small groups and discussions, addresses, dramas and assemblies the role of women and the role of a Christian organization are discussed in relation to changing social, economic, and political conditions. The role and importance of a racially inclusive organization is also addressed throughout. Similar to the previous convention, the Twenty-second Convention seeks to strengthen the focus on community organizations and the development of the individual while also maintaining a wider worldview and supporting a public affairs program addressing social and economic security through public processes. Other materials include a study of YWCA of the U.S.A. cooperation with the YMCA, lists of past conventions and National Board officers, and a pamphlet outlining the basic standards for associations.
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Date Created:
1960-1961
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r042_m004
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Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. conference sites and reports of studies of conferences. Materials concerning the conference sites address the leasing, purchase and sale of properties, facilities maintenance and design, profit and financial management of properties, policies regarding use and management of properties and the histories of the sites. Conference sites include Asilomar, Blue Ridge Association, Lake Geneva and Silver Bay. Conference studies address the function and role of conferences, constitutions and bylaws of conferences, how to plan and administer a conference and how conferences relate to the overall structure and mission of the YWCA of the U.S.A.
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Date Created:
1907-1951
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r025_m007
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Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. Business and Professional Women Department. A cooperative program with the Jewish Welfare Board concerns the problems faced by married women in the workforce. Following this material are various reports analyzing the program and mission of the department's work with employed woman including work with the rising white collar worker. Other materials include program guides and ideas, pamphlets and other planning materials. In addition, documents include bulletins concerning the international celebration of YWCA Business and Professional Departments, the World Wide Observance.
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Date Created:
circa 1923-1949
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r022_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Addresses, conference statistics, Womans Press articles, conference actions and other documents concerning the World YWCA Council conference in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. International conferences of the legislative body of the World YWCA meet periodically to unite under a shared vision and purpose, discuss and agree on positions of political and social action, hear updates from YWCA associations, discuss the relationships within the World YWCA and discuss the role of Christianity and religion in the organization and as it concerns women globally. Addresses from guest speakers address the role of women and the role of Christianity in the modern world and in a time of uncertain global relations. Womans Press articles summarize the conference proceedings and report on the actions and business conducted. Other materials include resumes of conference actions taken regarding peace, international relations and social issues, a pamphlet on the status of women in the Philippines and reports on conference discussions.
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Date Created:
1938
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r080_m004
Main Title:
Description:
Stenotype proceedings of the Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. As the first national convention since 1940 and since the end of World War II, the discussion and debate of the convention sessions look at work that was done during the war years and look ahead to what the post war world and nation will bring. Throughout these discussions the role of the organization and Christian women is examined. Special addresses by guest speakers cover topics such as the implications of atomic warfare, education opportunities, and world politics. There is a continued interest in YWCA work in foreign countries and National Board work internationally and representatives from several countries are invited to speak and report. The adoption of resolutions and actions is conducted in business sessions throughout the convention including the adoption of reports and constitutional amendments and voting on official positions on political and social matters. As with past conventions the study of racism, interracial cooperation is important and following discussion and reports the YWCA of the U.S.A. Interracial Charter is adopted.
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Date Created:
1946
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r036_m005
Main Title:
Description:
Stenotype proceedings of the Seventh National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The detailed proceedings follow the convention from opening remarks to the final adjournment. Sessions often begin with a prayer or devotional remark and continue on to business meetings, addresses, presentation of reports or other special services. The theme of the addresses is "The Business of Peace" and the topics include interracial relations, economics and the rural woman and the international situation. In addition, reports presented to the convention include updates from departments, discussions of financing and the organization of the YWCA of the U.S.A., updates of work in foreign countries, a study of standards in city associations and discussion of the basis for membership. Business meetings concern the passing of resolutions, nominations of committee and board members and other matters requiring votes or consensus.
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Date Created:
1922
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r027_m008
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the planning, preparations and sessions of the 1963 YWCA of the U.S.A. regional conferences. Regional conferences are an opportunity for delegates from local associations to gather together and discuss matters of national, regional and international importance in between national conventions. Conferences include addresses from leaders of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as well as prominent members of the community and visitors covering topics such as the role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. in social change and social justice and the role of the local association in meeting the needs of its community. Discussion and workgroups facilitate discussion of key topics among smaller groups of attendees allowing for individual input. Documents include pre-conference bulletins and memos, programs and schedules, post-conference notes and reports, proceedings, lists of delegates and some planning documents.
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Date Created:
1962-1963
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r285_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. National Conventions and programs and reports of the First National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. National Conventions are held to discuss matters of national importance, conduct business requiring votes and consensus and to unite under a common cause. Conventions are held every two or three years with a gap during World War II. Materials begin with lists of delegates for conventions through 1964. Following this list are programs, and reports from the first convention. The 1906 National Convention is the first convention of the newly formed YWCA of the U.S.A. from the merger of the American Committee and the International Board. The convention business includes resolutions regarding the formation of the combined organization, nominating officers and board members, passing the constitutions and other matters of administering the newly formed organization. The addresses and themes of the convention revolve around the Christian role in service to the community and to the world, the role and purpose in the organization and work the YWCA has done and will continue to do. A list of charter member associations of the YWCA of the U.S.A. follows the convention materials.
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Date Created:
1906-1964
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r026_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the 1963 and 1967 World YWCA Council meetings. These quadrennial meetings bring together delegates representing national YWCA's to discuss the issues affecting women globally and in their communities, make policy and recommendations concerning the World YWCA for the following four years and exchange skills and ideas. Council reports summarize the proceedings of the council meetings and discussions as well as resolutions and recommendations passed. In addition to the official report documents concerning the 1963 meeting include minutes, speeches and correspondence.
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Date Created:
1963, 1967
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r294_m005
Main Title:
Description:
Materials concerning the Tenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Worship service programs from the convention include a program for a memorial service in remembrance of Mabel Cratty, a long serving and well loved general secretary of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Other materials include the foreign policy for supporting YWCA work in other countries, legislative work and the published collection of addresses given by Harold Cooke Phillips throughout the convention titled, "Life that is life indeed."
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Date Created:
1928
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r030_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Stenotype proceedings of sectional meetings of the Sixth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The detailed proceedings follow the meetings of groups to discuss relationship of town and country, city, and student associations and how they serve various constituency groups; women, the international women's movement and the role the YWCA plays; matters of financing and staffing the expanding YWCA of the U.S.A.; the evangelical membership basis; and updates from the field committees on methods, needs and challenges.
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Date Created:
1920
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r027_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the planning, preparations and proceedings of the 1960 YWCA of the U.S.A. eastern region conference. Regional conferences are an opportunity for delegates from local associations to gather together and discuss matters of national, regional and international importance in between national conventions. Conferences include addresses from leaders of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as well as prominent members of the community and visitors. Conference topics include inclusivity across economics and class, YWCA of the U.S.A. health examination policy, the young adult program and the role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as a Christian Movement. The eastern conference includes "laboratory groups" to study and discuss the role and function of the YWCA of the U.S.A. association in different community types. Delegates are bussed to a location representing the community type they are discussing to enhance discussions. Documents include conference reports and statistics, conference planning documents, summaries of addresses and discussion sessions, bulletins and programs. Documents are arranged by topic as indicated in the index at the beginning of the microdex.
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Date Created:
1960
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r228_m006
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the international conferences of the World Young Women's Christian Associations in Champery, Switzerland and Stockholm, Sweden and minutes of the meetings of the Executive Committee of the World YWCA. Delegates to the World YWCA Conferences meet to united under a common purpose and aim, discuss and vote on matters the effect the international organization and discuss the future of the YWCA international movement. Discussions concern the relationship of the church to national associations, international conditions affecting women, the relationship between the many parts of the YWCA to each other and cooperation with other organizations. Both conferences discuss the social, physical and health problems faced by immigrants and discuss the role of the Christian women in assisting the needs of the immigrants. In addition, the conferences are a chance for delegates to present on the YWCA activities in their country and to discuss the women's movement and the labor movement. Minutes of the Executive Committee of the World YWCA concern matter of the organization and finance as well as conducting business that must be addresses in between the international conferences.
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Date Created:
1894-1920
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r081_m005
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning social work in the YWCA of the U.S.A., its role, functions, methods and relationship to other types of work. Case work materials discuss the relationship of case work to group work in the YWCA of the U.S.A., methods of conducting casework, forms for tracking work and suggestions for methods. In addition to individual and groups work with the problems of the girls in clubs, social work in the YWCA of the U.S.A. takes on larger issues affecting the country including juvenile delinquency during World War II, the cost and availability of medical care and white slaves. A report of medical care to minority groups presents and assesses data on the medical care of minority groups(especially African Americans) including pregnancy care and infant mortality.
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Date Created:
circa 1925-1943
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r130_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. Industrial Department programs covering recreation, relationships with employer, religious education and reports. Recreation materials address the need for and purpose of recreation activities for all women and in particular, industrial girls. Instructions are provided for various dances, games, and other activities. Materials in the Relationship with employer subject file document efforts of YWCA secretaries to form relationships with and work with employers. Correspondence and reports summarize interviews and meetings with supervisors, analyze the success of the program, make recommendations for furthering such relationships, and discuss the reason for the work. The following subject file, religious education, concerns the role of religion and Christianity in industrial work. Materials include reports on religious education of industrial girls, discussion of how Christianity can address industrial problems, discussion guides and reading lists, and instruction on how to incorporate religion into industrial work. Finally, annual and biennial, field and visitation, and miscellaneous reports summarize, analyze and report on programs. Annual and Biennial reports summarize industrial work, program, and methods for the previous period and provide an overview of conditions, problems, and strategies used to address the condition of the working girl. Field work and visitation reports concern secretaries' visits to regions and local associations and report on specific conditions and clubs.
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Date Created:
circa 1910-1946
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r105_m006
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning issues of race, civil rights and racism internal and external to the YWCA of the U.S.A. including black power, Apartheid in South Africa, a consultation on black leadership in the YWCA of the U.S.A., and integration and desegregation. In the 1960's the YWCA of the U.S.A. increases its push towards an integrated movement and public affairs platforms concerning civil rights through programming, education and activism. Though civil rights and racism have long been a part of their program, the sixties brings a renewed effort in part due to the social and political climate of the United States and from within the organization. One issue of global importance is the Apartheid in South Africa, an issue of particular concern to the National Student YWCA. Resolutions, letters of concern to organizations and leaders, clippings and correspondence from the National Student YWCA explain their concerns and goals, and seek to educate others about the issue. Domestically, the YWCA of the U.S.A. grapples with the Black Power movement and its role. The topic is explored here through papers, lectures, addresses and articles. Within the national movement and local associations the YWCA of the U.S.A. is focused on a fully integrated movement. This means representation in leadership, desegregated associations and understanding across all members. Minutes, reports and notes from the YWCA of the U.S.A. Consultation of Black Leadership document this gathering of leaders to explore the role and status of African American leadership in the organization, the need for further development and their role in the full integration of the national and local associations. In order to achieve local desegregation of associations, the YWCA of the U.S.A. issues a self audit guide, guiding principles and resolutions. Also included is the text of a speech by Dorothy Height titled, "Responsibility of YWCA for Desegregation, Integration and Civil Rights." To address interpersonal relationships during this time, dialogue groups are introduced to programs across the nation. These small group sessions encourage frank discussion in a safe space with the hope that intimate and real conversations will help ease racial divides and racism. The program is further explained in a handbook for leaders. Following these documents is a series of correspondence and reports concerning a situation with the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, New York and the company's ultimate agreement and plan to stimulate small business and economic growth in the town.
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Date Created:
1961-1970
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r295_m007
Main Title:
Description:
Stenotype proceedings of the Twentieth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Association of the United States of America. Proceedings begin on page 174 continuing from reel 40, microdex 1. Confronted with social, economic, and political changes, the Convention confronts the implications of life in the atomic age and the role of the Christian organization. Special addresses and panels addresses these issues and include remarks from distinguished guests. In addition to special remarks, YWCA of the U.S.A. groups and departments present on their work and an international celebration invites women from around the world to speak on their experiences. Convention business includes adopting a national public affairs program to address social and economic problems in addition to civil rights and inequalities.
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Date Created:
1955 April
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r040_m004
Main Title:
Description:
Regional conferences, held in the year prior to a national conference, serve as a forum for delegates to convene, share ideas and discuss the national emphasis and proposals. Conferences invite speakers to address the chosen theme of the conference and host discussion groups around those themes. Materials demonstrate efforts of leaders and the national organization to achieve interracial conferences and to discuss problems of racism and race relations in the YWCA of the U.S.A. International issues are important at the conferences concerning both in YWCA service to immigrants in how the United States relates to the world during and after World War II. In addition, regional conferences assess how the ideas and aims of the National Board are realized in local associations.
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Date Created:
1942-1948
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r024_m007
Main Title:
Description:
The National Public Affairs Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. is responsible for maintaining awareness of the social, political and economic issues affecting women in the United States, recommending a program of action and providing resources to the National Board of the YWCA of the U.S.A. and its local associations in support of its program. The committee's charter establishes these purposes and functions and official statements and recommendations from the committee highlight program aspects. In December of 1961 the YWCA of the U.S.A. celebrated fifty years of public affairs programs in a joint celebration with the National Council of Jewish Women. The celebration, with special guest Eleanor Roosevelt, is documented through articles and reports. In addition to the national ceremony, the YWCA of the U.S.A. local associations are encouraged to have their own celebrations over the coming year. A set of guidelines and recommendations for local associations outlines suggested content and events. Also include are the texts of speeches given at the joint celebration in December, 1961. The newsletter of the public affairs committee highlights important program aspects, explores a relevant topic of the public affairs program and offers resources for local associations. Some newsletters also include supporting documents such as handbooks and articles. One newsletter from 1963 includes a copy of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Letter from Birmingham City Jail."
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Date Created:
1961-1970
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Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r298_m005
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning regional YWCA of the U.S.A. all-staff meetings and roundtables as well as the 1970 White House Conference on Children and Youth. YWCA of the U.S.A. staff meet at state-wide or regional meetings and roundtables to discuss program needs, administration and leadership skills. These meetings are an opportunity to meet other leaders from local associations develop new skills and make sure local associations are working towards the common goals of the region and national organization. Documents include a standard reporting form sent to central records that outline the meetings as well as planning documents, proceedings and reports. In 1970, the White House Conference on Children and Youth takes a youth centered approach to meeting the changing needs of youth and working towards a process of youth involvement with adult leadership. Conference description notes that youth take a central and active role in the conference from planning to participation and after conference action. Included are memos to conference attendees and conference descriptions and a press release.
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Date Created:
circa 1961-1971
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r285_m004
Main Title:
Description:
Official proceedings, principles, and actions of the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The second half of the proceedings, continued from reel 33, microdex 9, concern the presentation and discussion of the study of the Industrial Division and its recommendations in addition to the passing and discussion of convention resolutions. Recommendations from the Industrial Division study concern the implementation of its aims, the relationship to other YWCA divisions and groups, and the relationship to the National Board and program. Convention resolutions reflect the international and national issues of the time and include official positions and actions regarding the political situation in Europe and Japan, inclusive aims and matters of discrimination, and economic security. In addition, there is some discussion of changing social conditions in the United States, an increased need for staff and support throughout the organization, a greater focus on youth movements and work with younger girls. The end of the proceedings contains a detailed topical index for searching. Following the proceedings, the convention addresses are published. Similar to the resolutions, the addresses concern the international political climate, the role of women in the changing world, the role of religion in response to social action, the labor movement, and the development of democratic organizations. A summary report of all international and economic actions from past conventions is included at the end of the section.
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Date Created:
1938
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r034_m001
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. activity and associations in Illinois. Documents concerning the state of Illinois as a whole include the general not for profit corporation act for Illinois, a report of an interview with Mr. A. L. Foster and Mr. Emer W. Henderson of the Illinois State Commission of the Condition of the Urban Colored Population and a booklet of addresses given by Anna J. B. Lyman during her time as chairman of the state YWCA committee of Illinois. The life, program, history and services of the YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in Alton and Aurora, Illinois are documented in visitation reports, governing documents, lists and directories of leaders and volunteers, correspondence and administrative records. Correspondence with Belleville, Illinois concerns their whishes to organize a YWCA of the U.S.A.
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Date Created:
circa 1906-1950
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r171_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Regional conferences, held in the year prior to a national conference, serve as a forum for delegates to convene, share ideas, and discuss the national emphasis and proposals. Conferences invite speakers to address the chosen theme of the conference and host discussion groups around those themes. Reports and minutes may contain updates from local associations or recommendations for communities. Materials also address planning of conferences, additions or changes to governing documents, lists of delegates and budgets and finance. Program and discussion emphases focus on economic and financial conditions faced by members and associations, unifying associations through a national program and purpose, the role of religion in the local associations and international work and global relationships.
Collection:
Date Created:
1931-1935
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r025_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Official proceedings and actions of the Eighth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Detailed proceedings follow the convention from opening remarks to the final adjournments including devotional exercises, addresses, business meetings and assemblies of special interest groups. The focus of the eighth convention concerns the woman's role in national and international movements and the role of religion in their lives. YWCA of the U.S.A. matters addressed include continued discussion regarding the membership basis, the organization and structure of the YWCA of the U.S.A., funding and finance local associations and the national organization, political activity and the official positions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. and other matters needing national attention and decision by vote. Actions and resolutions passed are detailed at the end of the proceedings.
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Date Created:
1924
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r028_m006
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the White House conferences on children and youth. The conferences convene to discuss matters of children's health, safety, development, protection and employment practices, and the role of the government and other organizations to protect children from harm. Also included are reports from the YWCA committee on Girls Work responding to the conferences and discussing the role of YWCA of the U.S.A. in advocating for children and youth.
Collection:
Date Created:
1929-1949
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r025_m004
Main Title:
Description:
Volumes one and two of the stenotype proceedings of the Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Proceedings follow the convention from opening remarks through the Monday morning session and include all convention business, presentations, and addresses. Volume three of the stenotype proceedings follows the official proceedings on reel 35, microdex 2. Matters of national importance are discussed and voted on following a prescribed democratic process. These matters include electing board and committee members, adopting revisions to the constitutions, accepting reports and recommendations and adopting a political or social positions. Addresses and remarks include representatives from the World YWCA and experts from outside the organization. The emphases for the convention continues to be religion, democracy, and world citizenship. In response to World War II a lot of focus is on international work, conditions in other countries, and what the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s role as a Christian organization may be. As part of the international focus an address by Queen Elizabeth is broadcast to the convention. In addition to the international focus, the convention addresses the labor movement, student movements, and work with younger girls.
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Date Created:
1940
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r035_m001
Main Title:
Description:
Volume three of the official proceedings of the Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America and volume three of the stenotype proceedings. The official proceedings follow general convention sessions. Special addresses are not published in the official proceedings but are represented in other documents including the stenotype proceedings. The special remarks by Queen Elizabeth, however, are included in the international celebration section of the published proceedings. Convention business includes adopting revisions to the constitution, accepting reports from YWCA departments, electing officers and board members and discussion and voting on political and social stances. This convention votes to change from a biennial convention to a triennial convention starting with the next convention cycle. The three emphases of the convention are religion, world citizenship, and democracy as the war in Europe and Asia influences much of the discussion and international updates and relationships take center stage.
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Date Created:
1940
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r035_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Official proceedings and actions of the Seventh National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Proceedings follow the convention business meetings, addresses, reports, presentations, and general sessions. Addresses from outside speakers concern peace by remarking on the importance of cooperation with and work in foreign countries, interracial cooperation and economic peace as it affects rural woman and communities. Business meetings address all matters needing voting, discussion and consensus such as electing leaders, adopting programming or deciding on a political position. Presentations at the convention include a report of the results of the study of the basis of membership, presentation the city association standards for affiliation, changes to the World YWCA's constitution and more. Most sessions begin with prayer or devotional exercises and the role of religion in the YWCA of the U.S.A. is discussed throughout.
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Date Created:
1922
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r028_m001
Main Title:
Description:
YWCA of the U.S.A. requests for permission to reprint music and lyrics from various publishers and copyright holders, and requests made to the YWCA of the U.S.A. to reprint their songs. In addition the transcript of a speech by Klaus Liepmann titled "Principles of music leadership" appears in the materials.
Collection:
Date Created:
1925-1950
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r018_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the planning, preparations and proceedings of 1954 YWCA of the U.S.A. regional conferences. Regional conferences are an opportunity for delegates from local associations to gather together and discuss matters of national, regional and international importance in between national conventions. Conferences include addresses from leaders of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as well as prominent members of the community and visitors. Conference topics include role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as a Christian movement, in the women's movement and in the community. Discussion and workgroups facilitate discussion of key topics among smaller groups of attendees allowing for individual input. Documents include conference reports and statistics, conference planning documents, summaries of addresses and discussion sessions, bulletins and programs. Documents are arranged by regional conference with an index to the materials at the beginning of each section.
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Date Created:
1954
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r228_m010
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning opportunities of education, quality of education, and barriers to education for African Americans. Included are reports on secular and religious education, discussions of the importance of education, and a report on the importance of play and recreation opportunities. A report from the "National Conference on Fundamental Problems in the Education of Negroes" includes an address given by Eleanor Roosevelt and a letter from President Franklin D. Roosevelt to the Commissioner of Education.
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Date Created:
1927-1934
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r108_m001
Main Title:
Description:
Due to government restrictions on conventions and other effects of World War II, the Seventeenth National Convention is cancelled in 1945. In lieu of having a convention, the National Board and committees compile the work that went into preparing for the convention into printed materials and a workbook for local associations to meet and discuss the topics provided and report back. The results are then analyzed and compiled into a report and the charter for the years 1945-1948 is developed. The theme for the nationwide discussion is "The Times Demand" and the influence of the war and international relations is seen throughout as education, intercultural and interracial practices, and work in other countries are discussed at length. Materials include reports on work in other countries, suggestions for implementing the discussion, and preparatory materials.
Collection:
Date Created:
1945
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r036_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Conference documents for YWCA of the U.S.A. Executive Directors conferences, general regional conferences, and general secretaries' conferences. These regional conferences meet to discuss the national YWCA of the U.S.A. emphasis and program directives and assess interpretation to the local associations. In addition, conferences discuss the importance of religion to the organization, discuss problems encountered in specific regions, clarify the relationships to the national organization and summarize conference meetings and addresses. The leadership conferences clarify the jobs of executives and secretaries and discuss the employment and volunteer needs of local associations and regional offices.
Collection:
Date Created:
1912-1950
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r024_m005
Main Title:
Description:
Proceedings and actions from the Sixth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Meetings, discussions, addresses, and actions include discussion of the evangelical membership basis, cooperation within the YWCA of the U.S.A. as well as with outside organizations, matters of leadership and the organization national level of the YWCA of the U.S.A., the YWCA around the world and YWCA work with social movements. The proceedings also detail all actions taken during the convention in a report of actions and resolutions at the end of the materials. Board members and other leaders are listed at the beginning of the proceedings.
Collection:
Date Created:
1920
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r027_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Stenotype proceedings of the Twenty-second National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The detailed proceedings follow the general convention sessions from opening remarks to final adjournment. The addresses, remarks, and discussions concern the role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. and the women's movement in the sixties. Responding to social and demographic changes, new technologies, world politics and space exploration, the women discuss their roles and duties while adopting resolutions and public affairs programs to ensure social and economic justice for everyone. In addition, time is spent discussing the inclusive role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. and its local associations, and their efforts to end racism. The convention is also a time to conduct business at a national level including revisions to the constitution, electing officials and adopting programs and emphases. An index of actions lists those actions taken at the convention. Twenty-second Convention materials are continued from reel 42, microdex 2 and continue through reel 42, microdex 5 of the YWCA of the U.S.A. records.
Collection:
Date Created:
1961 May
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r042_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Convention materials for the meeting of The National Association of Employed Officers of the YWCA of the U.S.A. (N.A.E.O.). As the employee association for secretaries in the YWCA of the U.S.A., the N.A.E.O. meets to discuss fair labor practices, job evaluation and standards, employee relationships, diversity and job security. Also included are reports and notes from the Professional Standards Committee concerning their efforts to encourage and enable associations to adopt fair professional standards.
Collection:
Date Created:
1934-1940
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r112_m001
Description:
Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s housing, human relations and immigration programs and policies, correspondence and pamphlets concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. insurance. Housing, human relations and immigration materials include statements on inclusivity, segregation and race relations in the United States, program overviews and program reports. Insurance documents concern insurance policies and claims for employees of the YWCA of the U.S.A.
Collection:
Date Created:
1951-1960
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r234_m008
Main Title:
Description:
Records of the Geneva area conferences of YWCA of the U.S.A. student associations. The regional conference, often held jointly with the area Student YMCA, convenes to unite students under common purpose, strengthen their commitment to the regional and national associations and share resources and learning. Records vary between conference year but may include lists of attendees, evaluation reports, speeches and session notes, pamphlets and brochures, and planning committee minutes.
Collection:
Date Created:
1961-1968
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r301_m001
Main Title:
Description:
Special addresses and ceremonies and Convention Committee documents for the Twentieth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The Convention Committee is formed following each convention to plan the next one. They discuss and assess previous conventions, take comments and requests from local associations regarding desired content and business, arrange special guests, and organize the format. Following convention, the committee evaluates the convention content and organization. As the YWCA is celebrating its centennial anniversary as a world Christian women's movement addresses, services, and dramatizations reflect on the past, the changing role of women, and the work to be done in the future. Speeches concern the role of Christianity in the world, the meaning of being a woman, anxiety in the atomic age, social and demographic changes in the United States, and building an inclusive movement. These speeches and convention proceedings are summarized in the June 1955 issue of "YWCA Magazine" reproduced following the speeches.
Collection:
Date Created:
1953-1955
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r040_m007
Main Title:
Description:
Addresses, worship services, and reports for the Nineteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Addresses from YWCA delegates as well as special guests reflect an interest in international affairs, peace, and freedoms and include a presentation on the international implications of the "Interracial Charter" passed at a previous convention. In addition to addresses, the convention features small discussion groups of special interests as a chance to meet and talk in a smaller setting. Discussion groups include leaders of district YWCA's, Y-Teen leaders, and YW-Wives. They evaluate their progress in addition to discussing the relationship with the national YWCA movement and outside organizations. Following these materials is a report concerning YWCA work with the U.S.O. and United Community Defense Services.
Collection:
Date Created:
1952
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r039_m007
Main Title:
Description:
Year end financial summaries with accompanying auditor's letters followed by publicity kits for National YWCA Week celebrations. National YWCA Week is the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s week chosen to publicize their work and programs with a focus on increasing membership and uniting current members as part of the national organization. Publicity kits sent out to local associations include sample press releases, television and radio spots, interviews and speeches in addition to suggestions for utilizing the materials.
Collection:
Date Created:
1960-1970
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r297_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the joint World YWCA and World Alliance of YMCA's young adult conferences. These conferences bring together young adults from around the world to discuss the problems and concerns that are relevant to them as young people in a changing social, political and spiritual world. Delegates share ideas, learn about young adults from other countries and make resolutions and recommendations to the world organizations based on their discussions. Conference reports provide an overall summary and assessment of the conferences while session notes and speeches give insight into specific topics. Additional documents include bulletins and newsletters sent to prepare delegates for the conferences, lists of delegates, delegate applications for the 1964 conference and additional correspondence.
Collection:
Date Created:
1964-1968
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r294_m003
Main Title:
Description:
Reports, skits, speeches, and vesper services of the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. After the convention has ended reports are prepared to summarize the events of the convention and update members who may not have attended on what occurred. Included in this section is the April 1949 issue of "Womans Press" dedicated to convention coverage. Much of the focus of the convention concerns international relationships and cooperation due to the political climate and post war considerations. Speeches and convention sessions analyze the changing role of women, the role of a Christian organization, and social and political movements.
Collection:
Date Created:
1949
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r038_m010
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the planning, preparations and sessions of the 1966 YWCA of the U.S.A. regional conferences. Regional conferences are an opportunity for delegates from local associations to gather together and discuss matters of national, regional and international importance in between national conventions. Conferences include addresses from leaders of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as well as prominent members of the community and visitors covering topics such as the role of the YWCA of the U.S.A. in social change and social justice and the role of the local association in meeting the needs of its community. Discussion and workgroups facilitate discussion of key topics among smaller groups of attendees allowing for individual input. Documents include pre-conference bulletins and memos, programs and schedules, post-conference notes and reports, proceedings, lists of delegates and some planning documents.
Collection:
Date Created:
circa 1966
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r285_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A. Industrial Department program and administration covering the southern industrial situation, secretary job analysis and staff meetings. Southern situation materials concern conditions faced by Southern industrial workers, particularly those in the textile industry. Included in these documents are reports on working conditions, discussion of progress made and methods used, an address by Sherwood Anderson at an industrial institute, correspondence planning meetings and events, and reports from field visits to various regions. In addition, there can be found materials regarding labor organizations, textile industry strikes(including a strike in Danville, Virginia), and employer relations. Secretary job description materials describe in detail the role, duties, functions, and requirements for the position of Industrial secretary. The detailed handbook includes how the industrial secretary fits into the YWCA organization as well as lists of job duties and descriptions of what work with industrial girls may involve. Minutes and meeting notes make up the materials for the Staff meetings subject file. Meetings may discuss industrial council business, plan for future events, report on industrial work progress, assign duties, and address other industrial matters.
Collection:
Date Created:
1919-1946
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r106_m002
Main Title:
Description:
Documents concerning the World Conference of Christian Youth held in Amsterdam. The conference considers the role of Christian youth in the world, global politics and circumstances leading up to the conference, how Christianity applies to various aspects of life and what is important in the Christian youth movement going forward to address the changing social and economic culture of the world. In addition documents concerning the planning of the conference and selection of delegates give an overview of the creation of the conference and responses to the conference from delegates provide insight into the experience of the attendees.
Collection:
Date Created:
1937-1940
Genre:
Identifier:
smith_ssc_324_r025_m006
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