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Civil rights

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:

Jim Matsuoka Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress Records

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2020-019
Abstract This collection includes flyers, newspaper clippings, organizational documents, agendas, publications, books, and other materials related to the Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress (NCRR) organization, formally known as the National Coalition for Redress and Reparations, and one of its founding members, Jim Matsuoka. It also includes material related to the Little Tokyo People’s Rights Organization (LTPRO), Japanese Americans, Japanese Latin Americans, Little Tokyo, and incarceration...
Dates: 1967-April 27, 2019
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Jim Matsuoka Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress Records

Kay Ochi Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2021-040
Abstract

This collection includes flyers, pamphlets, meeting notes, press releases, correspondence, Rafu Shimpo newspaper clippings, posters, and event scripts for the Day of Remembrance events (DOR) organized by the Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress (NCRR), formally known as the National Coalition for Redress and Reparations. It also includes materials related to Japanese Americans, Japanese Latin Americans, Little Tokyo, incarceration camps, Mexican Americans, and Muslim Americans.

Dates: November 20, 1981-March 26, 2020
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Kay Ochi Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress Collection

Effie Robinson Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2023-037
Abstract This collection contains one scrapbook, photographs, an obituary, master’s thesis, copies of a speech, and excerpts of an oral history regarding Effie Robinson, a San Francisco based social worker who was a pioneer for championing minority children in need of adoption, and educational leadership programs for minority youths. A majority of the scrapbook contains clippings regarding her work with MARCH! Adoption program, Junior Leaders Program at Benjamin Franklin Junior High School, and...
Dates: circa 1930s; 1942; circa 1950s; 1952-1985, 2001, 2003; undated
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Effie Robinson Collection

Selma, Alabama Civil Rights Movement Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2019-036
Abstract

The Selma, Alabama Civil Rights Movement Collection contains six flyers and one pamphlet regarding voter registration and rights for African Americans; and civil rights events that took place in Selma, Alabama prior to the Selma-to-Montgomery marches in 1965. Material in this collection was produced and distributed mostly by Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), and Dallas County Voters League (DCVL).

Dates: circa 1965
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Selma, Alabama Civil Rights Movement Collection

Ernest C. Smith Family Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2019-019
Abstract This collection contains material belonging to Ernest C. Smith and his family. The majority of the collection contains documents regarding Ernest's life as a sheet metal contractor; teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School District; educator; politician; and African American civil rights activist. This collection includes: articles, reports, certificates, correspondence, event programs, photographs, ephemera, and other material. Also included in this collection are items that belonged to...
Dates: 1930-2011; undated
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Ernest C. Smith Family Collection

"The Sun Reporter" Vol. XX, No. 45, November 17, 1962

 Item — Box 2
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Series consists of approximately thirty different leftist newspaper and publication titles. Most newspapers are represented by a single issue, but a few have multiple issues. This series is arranged alphabetically. See individual records for more information about each publication.

Dates: November 17, 1962
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / SPC-2009-006, Political Newspapers and Publications Collection / Series I: Publications

Carolee Gardner Trefts Pasadena School Board Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2018-013
Abstract This collection is comprised of various research items compiled by Carolee Gardner Trefts, including her own writings. It mainly documents the history of the Pasadena, California School Board's controversy regarding desegregation and busing effecting the minority students and the internal turmoil within the school board itself between members and school parents. The research also includes a manuscript by Harry Tyler from the 1950s and 1960s, which provides background information for some of...
Dates: 1963-1979, 1981, 1983, 1999, 2004; Majority of material found within 1970-1979
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Carolee Gardner Trefts Pasadena School Board Collection

Watts Labor Community Action Committee (WLCAC) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2018-001
Abstract This collection is comprised of materials generated by Watts Labor Community Action Committee (WLCAC). The Watts Labor Community Action Committee formed in 1965 prior to the Los Angeles (Watts) Riots of 1965 in an effort spearheaded by Ted Watkins, Sr. and supported by local labor unions, most notably, the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW). Their purpose was to create and provide programs and services that serve the needs of the under-served,...
Dates: 1947, 1964-1983, 1985-1988, 1990-1999, 2001-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2011, 2014-2015; Majority of material found within 1965-1999
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Watts Labor Community Action Committee (WLCAC) Papers

John M. Weatherwax Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2015-005
Abstract This collection contains material collected and written by John M. Weatherwax such as correspondence, manuscripts, essays, film treatments, research notes, pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, programs, mailers, and other documents. Material authored by Weatherwax includes drafts of manuscripts, essays, novellas, articles, radio transcripts, and film treatments; as well as notes, revisions, and related research material. Collected material is from organizations such as American Committee for...
Dates: 1913-1981; undated; Majority of material found within 1930-1960
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / John M. Weatherwax Collection

Workers Defense League Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2025-011
Scope and Contents The Workers Defense League Collection (1938-1954) contains 295 items consisting of newsletters; press and news releases; memoranda; mailers; and other documents generated by the Workers Defense League. Included in this collection are issues of News Bulletin; Last-Minute News; Workers Defense Bulletin; Press Service; and News Service as well as single sheet...
Dates: 1938-1954
Found in: California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections / Workers Defense League Collection

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