Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Empowering Women for Social Change: The Launch of Womanpower-in-Action Coalition 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_21_0000, Box, 282, 21, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0042 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0042_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884945 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0042.pdf correspondence Education--United States; Religion 4 Pages The document discusses the formation of the Womanpower-in-Action Center, a coalition of individual women and organizations working to combat violence and social inequities. The coalition has taken on projects such as disseminating resolutions on violence reduction, pressuring senators to postpone an anti-missile system vote, and monitoring television for violence impact. They emphasize the power of letters and activism in influencing political decisions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Andrew Stein's Lavish Southampton Party for American Indian Awareness 1970-07-13 1970-07-13 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_19_0000, Box, 282, 19, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884898 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Religion; Indians of North America--Claims Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Navajo Indians; Cherokee Nation; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages Andrew Stein threw a lavish party in Southampton, featuring performances by Native American artists, including Sioux singer Floyd Westerman and Kiowa dancer Perry Horse. The event aimed to promote awareness and positivity towards Native Americans and was attended by various prominent figures, including Senator Fred R. Harris and Mrs. Eleanor Searle Whitney. The party highlighted the mistreatment of Native Americans throughout history and called for action to correct the situation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Additional Funding for Advocacy and Representation of American Indians 1972-06-19 1972-06-19 Harris, LaDonna http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_3_0000, Box, 282, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884771 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017.pdf correspondence Religion; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States Menominee Indians 2 Pages LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, expresses gratitude for the $5,000 grant received for the Menominee legislation. They are in need of additional funds to represent American Indians on various issues and are unable to receive tax-exempt funds. The organization lobbies on legislative issues, publishes a Legislative Alert, and wants to move into voter registration. Funds are urgently needed for travel expenses for American Indians to testify before Congressional committees. The focus is on restoring government services and tribal recognition for the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin. Harris expresses gratitude for past support and looks forward to continued collaboration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Summary of the Financial Discussions between Fred Gipson and Gil Carter on September 11, 1972 1972-09-11 1972-09-11 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_3_0000, Box, 282, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884775 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0021.pdf correspondence Religion; Education--United States; Banks and banking--United States 2 Pages During a luncheon meeting on September 11, 1972, Fred Gipson and Gil Carter discussed the financial details of various grants received by the organizations they were involved with. Carter admitted that some of the figures he previously provided were inaccurate, and they discussed funding from Ford, Rockefeller Brothers Fund, and other sources for different programs. They also discussed issues with the MESBIC project and withholding taxes. Carter agreed to provide more information and make Iola or Betty available for questioning if needed. Text