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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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.
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1931-1935
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smith_ssc_324_r025_m002
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Issues of "News and Notes" and program materials a newsletter from the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business and Professional Women Department. "News and Notes" is a department newsletter that keeps local associations aware of how programming is being used in various associations and includes program updates from around the country. In addition to idea sharing the newsletter includes updates on conference preparation and announces governance or organizational changes. Following "News and Notes" are program guides and materials including handbooks and other guiding materials to assist local associations in implementing the program of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business and Professional Women Department.
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1927-1944
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r021_m003
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YWCA of the U.S.A. Foreign Division budgets for 1950 and bibliographies of books, papers, pamphlets, and other materials concerning international relations and world politics compiled by YWCA of the U.S.A. staff, the New York Public Library, and the Library of Congress.
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Date Created:
circa 1933-1950
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r046_m004
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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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1942-1948
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r024_m007
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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. In addition, conferences look at how the ideas and aims of the National Board are realized in local associations. Reports and minutes may contain updates from local associations or recommendations for communities. Materials also address the planning of conferences, additions or changes to governing documents, lists of delegates and finance. Conferences discuss the religious emphasis of the YWCA of the U.S.A., international relations and the political world climate and racism and race relations in the YWCA of the U.S.A. The conferences also unite the regions and local associations behind the National emphasis and discuss leadership development.
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1937-1939
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r024_m008
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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.
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1912-1950
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r024_m005
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Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A. International Study Conference. Following World War II, the international conference is held in New York City to discuss the role of women in leadership, reconstruction and service to international communities. The International Study Conference hosts representatives from YWCA's from 26 countries. A summary of the conference includes statements from participants regarding each part of the proceedings. Topics discussed include the role of Christian women in the world, duties and opportunities for women during reconstruction, women as leaders and YWCA philosophy and methods. Materials include proceedings, lists of attendees and their country of origin, and an evaluation of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations.
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Date Created:
1948
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r024_m006
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Annual, interim and statistical reports concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. work in China. Reports and pamphlets summarize work in China with women through YWCA organizations in many cities, towns, and regions. As the country is disrupted by cultural, political, social and economic changes the YWCA work in China meets new challenges. American secretaries train Chinese women to be leaders, organize programming and associations and advise existing associations.
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Date Created:
1924-1950
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r049_m006
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Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. work in Central America focusing on activities in Panama. Work begins in Panama in the Canal Zone following World War II, and continues until the sale of the YWCA of the U.S.A. building in 1933. American YWCA secretaries develop programming for young women and girls in addition to other service work in the Canal Zone. Correspondence and reports provide background information on the United State's relationship with Central America and the Canal Zone, describe work sites and the segregation of white workers and workers of color and comment on the ongoing efforts and programs.
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Date Created:
circa 1919-1948
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r049_m005
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Documents concerning finance and bookkeeping of the YWCA of China, indemnity payments to missionaries in China and the Ting Shu-Ching memorial fund. As Americans working in China and giving support to the YWCA of China, challenges arise in bookkeeping, making payments of salaries and donations and keeping bank accounts and endowments due to changing political and economic situations in China in addition to the challenges of working at a great distance and in different exchange rates. Correspondence and reports describe the exchange and bookkeeping process and include request for withdrawals, transfers and payments to accounts. Following the communist rise in China the issue of indemnity payments to missionaries and YWCA workers who have suffered personal and material losses is discussed among Christian organizations in the United States. Policies and statements concern the position on the acceptance of indemnities and how to best address the situation. Following these materials are documents concerning the Ting Shu-Ching memorial fund, a fund to honor the work of the YWCA of China secretary by funding leadership training.
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circa 1926-1951
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r050_m003
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Documents concerning the World Conference of Christian Youth held in Oslo. The conference considers the role of Christian youth in the world, circumstances leading up to the conference, how Christianity applies to various aspects of life and what is important going forward. Materials include a profile of Christian youth in America with purpose statements from various Christian denominations. In addition, there are documents concerning the planning of the conference and the selection of delegates.
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Date Created:
1946-1947
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r025_m005
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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 to YWCA communities. Materials also address the planning of conferences, additions or changes to governing documents, lists of delegates and budgets and finance. Program and discussion emphasis focus on unity throughout the organization from the national level to local associations, the role of religion in the organization and its work, matters of race and racism and international relations. In addition, regional conferences address service to communities, cooperation with other organizations, cooperation throughout the YWCA of the U.S.A. and expanding programs to meet the needs of its members.
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Date Created:
1922-1929
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r025_m003
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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 the planning of conferences, additions or changes to governing documents, lists of delegates and budgets and finance.
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Date Created:
1937
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r025_m001
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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.
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Date Created:
1937-1940
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r025_m006
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Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A. activity in Germany. Correspondence concerning Fay Allen and Sue Stille, two secretaries working in Germany after World War II include the administrative aspects of their positions in addition to the work they are carrying out. In addition to sending representatives to work in Germany, the YWCA of the U.S.A. invites trainees to the United States and assists German women visiting the United States with an interest in or connection to the YWCA. Reports from visitors summarize their experiences and assess their training. Correspondence concerns travel arrangements, connections and trip planning. Other documents include visitation reports, program descriptions and a description of the relationship between the YWCA of the U.S.A. and the YWCA of Germany.
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1951-1960
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r231_m006
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Stenotype proceedings for the Twenty-first National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The detailed proceedings taken by a stenographer follow the general convention sessions from opening remarks to final adjournment. The YWCA of the U.S.A. in 1958 is focusing on strengthening community work and local associations and using those strengths to serve women of the world as part of the international movement. In addition, addresses and discussions concern the social, political, economic, and technological implications of living in the space and nuclear ages. Reports and presentations are given by YWCA departments, committees, and special interest groups. Resolutions and actions regarding public affairs, program emphases and organizational structure are adopted following the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s parliamentary process.
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Date Created:
1958 March
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r041_m002
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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
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r035_m001
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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
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r035_m002
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National Board reports to the Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Prior to each convention the National Board releases a report assessing the work of the YWCA of the U.S.A. over the past biennium, the national progress on the major emphases, its role in leading a national movement and its relationship to local associations. The report for the Sixteenth Convention includes a section of graphic statistics regarding association reach and demographics. The report, "Future Emphases and Some Questions of Policy Confronting the Y.W.C.A.," examines the emphases of religion, democracy, and world community. Throughout the report, the role of religion and the YWCA of the U.S.A. is examined in light of the war in Europe and what that means for a Christian organization. Finally, the standards study examines the structure of the National Board and the relationship between national and local associations.
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Date Created:
1940
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m009
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Documents concerning the business and professional assembly at the Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The theme for the business and professional assembly is "Direction for courageous living" and it compliments the national emphases of democracy, world citizenship, and religion. Bulletins sent out prior to the assembly prepare participants for the discussions, summarize work done since the last convention and ask for feedback concerning the experiences of business women in local associations. The post-assembly bulletin provides a detailed overview of assembly business and addresses for those who may not have attended. Proceedings follow the assembly meetings recording business and discussions as well as presentation and remarks. The changing role of the professional businesswomen is discussed throughout as is the Business and Professional Assembly's relationship with the national movement.
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Date Created:
1939-1940
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r035_m003
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Documents concerning the Sixteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Immediately following the previous convention, the Convention Committee begins meetings to collect and assess feedback regarding convention content, processes and accommodations. Using this information, the committee plans the upcoming convention arranging speakers, discussion topics and emphases and accommodations. Included in these documents is a summary of collected suggestions for convention topics. The main topics of the convention continue to be religion, world citizenship and democracy with an increased attention to youth movements and younger members. Groups represented in discussion sessions are agricultural, foreign, Girl Reserve leadership, health education, public affairs, and World Council members. Group meetings discuss their national program and focus for the upcoming term, come to consensus on issues of public policy and social matters, and clarify their relationship to the national movement. Throughout the discussions, World War II and its effect on association work is discussed. Foreign work discussion groups include updates on work in foreign countries, summaries of current conditions in many countries affected by war, and a report from the YWCA in China.
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Date Created:
1938-1940
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smith_ssc_324_r035_m006
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Documents concerning the industrial assembly of the Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Industrial delegates convene to discuss needs unique to their group and to conduct national business. Delegates represent their local associations at the national assembly and bring a varied opinion to the discussion topics. Through voting and democratic processes the assembly elects committee members, adopts changes to policy or program, and votes on political and social actions and positions. The national emphases for the convention and coming years are religion, world citizenship, and democracy. These emphases are highlighted throughout assembly and discussed as they relate to the industrial woman worker. Much of the recommended political action concerns support of or opposition to labor related legislation.
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Date Created:
1940
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r035_m004
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Documents concerning the industrial assembly at the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Industrial delegates meet to discuss matters unique to their group, conduct national business, and united behind a program emphasis and aim. For the Fifteenth Convention the Industrial Assembly focuses on matters of democracy and freedoms in response to the unrest in Europe and Asia at the time. Time is also given to discussing the labor movement and unions, youth movements, worker's education, and racism. The particular role of the Christian women in these movements is discussed throughout. In addition to these important topics, the assembly clarifies their role as part of the national organization, votes on committee members, passes resolutions, and defines the structure of the group.
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Date Created:
1938
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m003
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Documents concerning the business and professional assembly at the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The business and professional assembly occurs during the national convention to discuss matters unique to their own divisions, conduct national business, and discuss emphasis and direction for the coming biennium. The theme for this assembly is "All in the name of democracy." Discussions concerns progress that needs to be made for freedom of speech, equality and racism, and the organization of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business and Professional Women Department. As World War II looms in Europe and Asia, discussion of international relations and the effect on the United States increases. Another prominent theme is the emergence of the white collar worker and the role of women in this new economic sector.
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Date Created:
1938
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m002
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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
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m001
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Documents concerning the international aspects, news and reports, worship services and program of the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. As part of the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s strong ties to work in China and in response to the tensions between China and Japan, Madam Chiang Kai-Shek gives an address to the convention via radio. In addition there is a formal note of appreciation and greetings from the YWCA in China. Newsletters from the Convention Committee update associations and delegates on preparations for the convention and a report from committee evaluates administration of the convention. Miscellaneous materials include extensive coverage of the convention from the "Womans Press."
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Date Created:
1937-1938
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m006
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Pages 1 through 190 of the official proceedings of the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The first section of proceedings follow the convention business discussions, the National Board presentation of their report to convention, adoption of the proposed emphasis for the coming biennium, and passing of other recommendations and resolutions. Addresses, special remarks, and worship services are found in part two. The role of Christianity in social movements and the agendas of the YWCA is discussed throughout as are race relations and discrimination and the threat of war overseas. Internal organization is addressed including retirement benefits for YWCA employees, the structure of the national organization and the relationship between its parts. Public Affairs, the department responsible for the YWCA of the U.S.A. positions on social and political issues, presents and opens for discussion their plan for the coming biennium.
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Date Created:
1938
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r033_m009
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Sixteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America call to convention, program and bulletins. Daily bulletins, distributed to each delegate in attendance, provide updates on convention activities and special events, make announcements and share news in short article form. The series of bulletins sent to delegates prior to the convention are intended to prepare them for convention by reviewing past conventions, informing recipients of guidelines and procedures for selecting delegates, discussing emphasis and method for the upcoming convention, and asking delegates to reflect on certain topics or discussion questions. The bulletins also review Business and Professional, Industrial, and Student Assemblies, summarizing their program and emphasis. Finally, digests summarize convention sessions and special addresses. As with recent conventions and in light of the coming of war in Europe and Asia, the Sixteenth Convention continues to emphasize religion, world citizenship, and democracy. This microdex is labeled microdex 6 on the film but it is actually microdex 7.
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Date Created:
1939-1940
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m007
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Documents concerning the student assembly at the Fifteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Student delegates meet to discuss matters of unique importance to their group and to conduct national business concerning student associations. This assembly discusses the relationship of the student associations to other YWCA departments and associations and to other campus organizations and the standards for becoming an affiliated association in good standing. In response to the changing social and economic climate of the country and the political situations in Europe and Asia, the themes of democracy and peace and the Christian woman's role come up during the assembly. As the national organization strives towards a fully integrated and equitable organization, the assembly also comments on efforts against race discrimination.
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Date Created:
1937-1938
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r034_m004
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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
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r040_m004
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Documents concerning the Industrial Assembly of the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The Industrial Assembly convenes delegates representing industrial women to vote on and discuss national matters and to unite behind a common purpose. The theme of the assembly, "We have a job to do for peace," reflects the international outlook of the Industrial Department and the overall YWCA movement. In addition to issues of employment and the labor movement, the assembly addresses what it means to be a citizen and conditions faced by women internationally. Materials sent out prior to the assembly prepare delegates for what may be discussed and ask for feedback concerning issues faced by industrial women.
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Date Created:
1948-1949
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r038_m004
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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.
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Date Created:
1949
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r038_m010
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Documents concerning group meetings at the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Small discussion sessions are available to delegates in attendance in order to have more personal interactions surrounding some topics. Preparatory materials and discussion guides for the groups concern the national emphasis, finance, and public affairs programs. In addition to the discussion groups, the Eighteenth Convention hosts group meetings for the health education, public affairs, and Y-Teen(formerly Girl Reserve) programs. The health education group focuses on opportunity for all women and girls to receive health education, maternal and child care education, mental health services and education and athletic standards for women. The public affairs program concerns the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s participation in matters of social, political, and economic concern in the United States. The focus is on the international political climate and reconstruction as well as matters of civil liberties, democracy, and combating racism. Finally, the newly named Y-Teen group discusses programming for teen aged girls.
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Date Created:
1949
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r038_m009
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Documents concerning the National Employed Women's Coordinating Assembly and Student Assembly at the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations. In the years leading up to the Eighteenth Convention, a National Employed Women's Coordinating Council and Assembly was discussed and later adopted. The purpose of the new council and assembly is to unite the Business and Professional Assembly and Council and the Industrial Council and Assembly under matters of mutual concern. The individual councils and assemblies still exist and meet to address matters of individual concern. Documents address the formation and structure of the new bodies in addition to reports from the Industrial Council and Business and Professional Council. The Student Assembly meets to discuss matters unique to them, vote on and adopt resolutions and elect leadership. As in past assemblies, the relationship of the Student Division to the YWCA National Board and local associations is discussed in addition to their cooperation with other organizations.
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Date Created:
1948-1949
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r038_m005
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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
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m005
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Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America call to convention, workbook, and bulletins. The theme of the convention is "One world under God" and materials focus on international aspects and the Christian purpose. As the first national convention since 1940, the call and preparatory materials give delegates an overview of national progress since the last convention with much focus on how the war affected the direction and work on the YWCA of the U.S.A. To prepare delegates for the convention, a workbook is distributed containing the National Board's report, assessment of work in all areas of the YWCA and summaries of business and actions to be voted on at convention hearings. Daily Bulletins update convention attendees of the daily schedule, make announcements, and share information in short article form.
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Date Created:
1946
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m003
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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.
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Date Created:
1945
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m002
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Documents concerning preparations for the cancelled Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The theme as discussed in the bulletins is "The Times Demand." This theme looks at the changing role of women and girls, the changing job environment, and the changing international situation and how YWCA women can respond to these changes. In addition, the convention was to address changes to the constitution as investigated by the Constitution Committee.
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Date Created:
1944-1945
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r035_m009
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Workbook, program, and call to the Twenty-first National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Distributed prior to the convention, the workbook provides an update on work and progress since the previous convention and discusses current trends and background information for topics that will be discussed at convention. The theme of the twenty-first convention is "deep roots and world reach." The workbook indicates that the convention will focus on strengthening its roots to community work and serving individuals and remembering the individual's place in the world organization. Similar to the previous convention, discussion concerns the changing technology, social interactions, economic conditions, and roles of women.
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Date Created:
1958
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r040_m008
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Documents concerning the Agricultural Assembly and the Business and Professional Assembly of the Eighteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The assemblies meet to discuss matters of national importance, unite under an agreed upon program, elect leaders, and revise or adopt constitutions. The emphases of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Agricultural Council are providing an opportunity to bring together rural girls and women from all backgrounds, work towards equal education and health opportunities in rural communities, and the cooperation with other parts of the YWCA of the U.S.A. The Business and Professional Assembly bulletins provide an overview of past program emphases in addition to information regarding the topics to be discussed at the upcoming convention. The focus of the assembly is on international relations, their relationship to the other YWCA of the U.S.A. divisions and groups, economic concerns, and the role of women in the professional workplace. In addition, joint sessions with the Industrial Assembly are discussed.
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Date Created:
1949
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r038_m003
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Pages 1 through 269 of the stenotype proceedings of the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Detailed proceedings of the business sessions at the convention. Convention business sessions are a chance for delegates representing local associations to hear presentations and reports and adopt resolutions regarding YWCA activities or political standings and elect leadership. Following a standards study and the recommendations of the Constitution Commission from past conventions, the proposed revised constitution is presented and voted on at the convention. Remarks from delegates reporting on program concern the student movements and interracial practices, international cooperation and post-war conditions, comments on the United State's relationship with Germany, and remarks from a delegate from Burma.
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1949 March
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r037_m010
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Official proceedings of the Twenty-first National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Association of the United States of America. The YWCA of the U.S.A. in 1958 is focusing on strengthening community work and local associations and using those strengths to serve women of the world as part of the international movement. In addition, discussions concern the social, political, economic, and technological implications of living in the space and nuclear ages. Reports and presentations are given by YWCA departments, committees, and special interest groups. Resolutions and actions regarding public affairs, program emphases and organizational structure are adopted following the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s parliamentary process. The appendix of the printed proceedings contains the basic standards for local associations, membership affiliation, building use, and programming. Following these standards is a record of all the actions of the convention including the official peace statement, a statement on inclusion and interracial practices in the YWCA of the U.S.A. and local associations, and official standings on the public affairs program.
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Date Created:
1958 March
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r041_m003
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Official proceedings and digest 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 of Christian women is examined through the theme, "One world under god." Special addresses by guest speakers cover topics such as the implications of atomic warfare, education opportunities, and world politics as there is a continued interest in YWCA work in foreign countries and National Board work internationally. Representatives from several countries are invited to speak and report on conditions around the world. The adoption of resolutions and actions is conducted in business sessions throughout the convention and include the adoption of reports and constitutional amendments and voting on official stances on political and social matters. As with past conventions, the study of racism and interracial cooperation and efforts to implement recommendations is important and after discussions and reports from members, the Interracial Charter is adopted. Presentations and reports from groups including student, business and professional, industrial, Girl Reserve, health education and rural share with the convention delegates work being done in regards to their special interests. Convention actions are outlined in the appendix of the published proceedings. Special addresses and speeches are found in the convention digest following the proceedings.
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Date Created:
1946
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m007
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Proceedings, bulletins, and reports of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business and Professional Assembly at the Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Following World War II there is a lot of emphasis on democracy, world politics, and affiliations with other organizations. In this second half of the proceedings much discussion is given to joining with the World Federation of Democratic Youth, what they stand for and what democracy means to the organization. Affiliating with the National Council of Scientific, Professional, Art, and White Collar Workers is also discussed and passed. In addition to cooperation with other organizations the assembly tackles issues of employment, special training, job security, and pay equity. Post assembly bulletins and reports provide an overview to be reviewed by those not in attendance.
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Date Created:
1946
Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r037_m001
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Workbook, reports, and proceedings of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Industrial Assembly of the Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Industrial Division delegates meet to discuss issues faced by the women in their group, vote on matters of national importance, adopt resolutions, and vote on social and political actions. The theme for the assembly and the coming three years is "We have a job to do for peace." Under this emphasis, the first session of the assembly concerns work in the labor movement, citizenship and political participation, and the YWCA industrial girl's role in the YWCA of the U.S.A. Following the return of men from World War II, many women are faced with unemployment due to replacement or decreases in manufacturing and the assembly discusses how to face this problem. In addition, fair labor standards and practices are discussed and recommendations are made on how to address deficiencies through political and social action. Cooperation with other parts of the YWCA and other organizations has also become important to the Industrial Assembly and various relationships are discussed.
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Date Created:
1946
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r037_m002
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Bulletins and the first half of the recorded proceedings from the Business and Professional Assembly at the Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Proceedings continue with page 94 on reel 37, microdex 1 of the YWCA of the U.S.A. records. As men are coming back from the war and returning to the work force the professional women discuss job security and the fears of being replaced by men. In addition, international cooperation and race discrimination are discussed throughout.
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Date Created:
1946
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m008
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Stenotype proceedings of the convention hearing, "The Work of the National Board in Other Countries, Trends, Issues, Program--Our Responsibility," at the Seventeenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Those in attendance at the hearing are charged with being representatives of the convention as a whole to discuss and decide upon actions regarding the work of the Foreign Division. Representatives from the Philippines, the Netherlands, China, Brazil, Syria, Lebanon, Estonia, France, Belgium, Egypt, and India give a brief description of YWCA work in their countries, opportunities for more work, and how they were affected by the war. Following the presentations and discussion the hearing passes a motion to endorse the National Board's efforts to raise two million dollars for the YWCA of the U.S.A. Foreign Division.
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Date Created:
1946
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r036_m006
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Description:
Stenotype proceedings of the Nineteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. These detailed proceedings, in three volumes, follow the convention sessions from opening remarks to the final adjournment. Every three years delegates representing local associations convene to unite under a common aim, adopt resolutions, elect leaders, and discuss matter of national importance. The convention continues to have an international focus in the post war political climate. Democracy and the meaning of citizenship is discussed throughout in addition to how to participate in the democracy. Special guests are invited to speak on areas related to the convention and to share outside expertise. Other convention sessions include presentations from special groups such as public affairs, employed women, students, agricultural groups, Y-Teen, YW-Wives, and others.
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Date Created:
1952 May
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r039_m003
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Official proceedings and actions of the Nineteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Proceedings follow conventions sessions from opening remarks through final adjournment with speeches and group discussions documented in other reports represented in later microdexes. Every three years delegates representing local associations convene to unite under a common aim, adopt resolutions, elect leaders, and discuss matter of national importance continuing to have an international focus in the post war political climate. Democracy and the meaning of citizenship is discussed throughout. In addition, convention sessions include presentations from special groups such as public affairs, employed women, students, agricultural groups, Y-Teen, YW-Wives, and more.
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Date Created:
1952 May
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r039_m004
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Correspondence, clippings and reports concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. activities in Germany. Following World War II, the YWCA of the U.S.A. works in Germany to develop YWCA centers and programs and aid in reconstruction and relief efforts. An annual report covering January 1951 through January 1952 describes the legal, social and economic status of women in Germany setting the context of their work prior to reporting on the specific activities of the YWCA in Germany. Administrative correspondence with the Council of Relief Agencies LIcensed for Operations in Germany (CRALOG), concern distribution of funds, communications and other administrative matters regarding the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s relationship to the organization. In Berlin, the YWCA of the U.S.A. operates a neighborhood house to bring together community members, provide a space for recreation and learning and experiment with group work services designed to meet the needs of the people of Berlin. Correspondence, reports and published articles describe the experimental work, the effect the neighborhood house has on the community and its importance to the independence and development of its people. Later correspondence follows challenges in securing continued funding.
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Date Created:
circa 1951-1960
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Identifier (local):
smith_ssc_324_r231_m005
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