Ruby Hurley
Civil rights activist and organizer
Born
November 7th, 1909
115 years ago
Died
August 9th, 1980
44 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Active in the civil rights movement, focused on advocating for African American rights. Served as the first female executive secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in the late 1940s. Worked on the integration of schools and public facilities. Contributed to various campaigns to eliminate racial discrimination and promote social justice.
Served as the first female executive secretary of the NAACP
Advocated for integration of schools and public facilities
Participated in campaigns against racial discrimination
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