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National Organization for Women, Rhode Island Chapter Records

 Collection
Identifier: 1998-0194

Scope and Contents

The collection contains documentation of the activities and programs of the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Organization for Women from 1972 through 1983.

Dates

  • 1966-1983

Access

The collection is open and available for research.

Restrictions on Use and Copyright Information

Permission to publish from these Papers must be obtained in writing from both the University of Connecticut Libraries and the owner(s) of the copyright.

History

RI NOW’s purpose is to take action to bring women into full participation in all aspects of public and private life without experiencing barriers based on gender. We are an all-volunteer, membership-based organization that uses the legislative process to improve the lives of women and girls in Rhode Island.

Additional information is available on their website.

Extent

5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The collection contains administrative records, publications, newspaper clippings and fliers documenting the work of the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Organization for Women.

Provenance and Acquisition

The collection was donated by the Rhode Island Chapter in .

Provenance and Acquisition

Unknown.

Related Material

Archives & Special Collections has a substantial collection of materials pertaining to politics. For detailed information on these collections please contact the curator or ask at the Reading Room desk.

Title
National Organization for Women, Rhode Island Chapter Records
Status
Published
Author
Archives & Special Collections staff
Date
2012 January
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Archives and Special Collections, University of Connecticut Library Repository

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