Older Women's League Denver Chapter Papers
Overview
Older Women's League was founded in 1980 after a White House Conference on Aging in Des Moines, Iowa. Its mission was to be an advocate for older women, from the recognition of the value of their work (paid and unpaid), to health care for all. Issues such as Social Security, caregiving, pension reform were addressed in Mother's Day campaigns. The Denver Chapter participated in all the activities of the national branch, as well as having its own newsletter and gatherings.
Dates
- 1981-2009
Creator
- Older Women's League (U.S.). OWL (Organization)
Biographical / Historical
Older Women's League was founded in 1980 after a White House Conference on Aging in Des Moines, Iowa. Its mission was to be an advocate for older women, from the recognition of the value of their work (paid and unpaid), to health care for all. Issues such as Social Security, caregiving, pension reform were addressed in Mother's Day campaigns.
The Denver Chapter was begun by Jane Headstrom, who was a charter member of the national organization and attended the Des Moines conference. The Denver Chapter published a newsletter and actively supported such women's issues as caregiver legislation. The Denver Chapter disbanded in 2008.
Extent
1 Linear Feet (1 record box)
Scope and Contents
Arrangement
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Creator
- Older Women's League (U.S.). OWL (Organization)
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Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository