Dorothy Height

Educator and civil rights activist

Dorothy Height - Educator and civil rights activist
Born

March 24th, 1912
112 years ago

Died

April 20th, 2010
14 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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An influential educator and civil rights activist, contributions focused on race and gender equality. Played a significant role in the National Council of Negro Women, serving as president from 1962 to 1998. Organized and participated in events such as the 1963 March on Washington. Advocated for educational opportunities for African American women and played a key role in the development of standards in education, particularly for marginalized communities.

President of the National Council of Negro Women

Participation in the 1963 March on Washington

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