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WOMEN OF HISTORY
The National Women's History Project, founded in 1980, is an educational nonprofit organization. Their mission is to recognize and celebrate the diverse and historic accomplishments of women by providing information and educational materials and programs. For More Information CLICK HERE
July Highlights in US Women's History
July 4, 1777 - Mary Katherine Goddard publishes the Declaration of Independence in Baltimore where she is the only printer.
July 19-20, 1848 - Seneca Falls Convention, the country's first women's rights convention, is held in Seneca Falls, New York
July 4, 1876 - Suffragist crash the Centennial Celebration in Independence Hall to challenge the Vice President about the fact that federal government of the United States opposed the right of women to vote.
July 14, 1917 - The National Women's party starts picketing the White House for universal woman suffrage
July 2, 1937 - Amelia Earhart's plane is lost in the Pacific Ocean, near Howland Island
July 20, 1942 - the first class of Women's Auxiliary Army Corps (WAAC) begins at Fort Des Moines, IA. The WAAC accepts both black and white women.
July 6, 1957 - Althea Gibson is the first black woman player to win a Wimbledon title in women's tennis singles. Two weeks later she won a major U.S. tennis title, capturing the national clay court singles championship
July 2, 1964 - President Lyndon Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act; Title VII prohibits sex discrimination.
July 1, 1979 - the Susan B. Anthony dollar starts circulating
July 7, 1981 - President Reagan nominates Sandra Day O'Connor as the first woman Supreme Court Justice
July 12, 1984 - Representative Geraldine Ferraro (D-New York) is chosen to run for Vice-President of the United States on the Democratic Party ticket with Walter Mondale (D-Minnesota).
July Birthdays In U.S. Women History
July 7, 1861 (1912) - Nettie Stevens - Biologist, discovered X and Y sex chromosome
July 8, 1926 - Elisabeth Kubler-Ross - Writer and lecturer; developed techniques for counseling the dying and their families
July 10, 1875 (1955) - Mary McLeod Bethune - Black educator; minority affairs advisor to Franklin Delano Roosevelt
July 16, 1821 (1910) - Mary Baker Eddy - Founder, Church of Christ Scientist
July 16, 1862 (1931) - Ida B. Wells-Barnett - Black journalist, crusaded against lynching
July 12, 1856 (1913) - Louise Bethune - First woman architect, 1881
July 22, 1849 (1887) - Emma Lazarus - Poet; wrote "The New Colossus," 1883, later inscribed in the Statue of Liberty: "Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free…"
July 23, 1844 (1929) - Harriet Strong - Agriculturist; patented water storage dams
July 24, 1920 (1998) - Bella Abzug - Lawyer; NY Congresswoman, 1972-1976, initiated proposal for Women's Equality Day
July 28, 1879 (1966) - Lucy Burns - Suffragist; leader of Congressional Union with Alice Paul. During July 2004 the New York City Council will issue a proclamation that that pays tribute this extraordinary woman from Brooklyn, New York.
July 29, 1929 (1994) - Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis - First Lady from 1961 - 1963; established White House Historical Association
WOMEN OF FAITH
The Foundation for Women of Faith in Culture focuses on a core part of the church, family, and society--the Christian woman. Their mission is to contribute to spiritual maturation through biblical, theological, and worldview training. For More information CLICK HERE
WOMEN OF GOVERNMENT
The League of Women Voters of the United States is strictly nonpartisan; it neither supports nor opposes candidates for office at any level of government. At the same time, the League is wholeheartedly political and works to influence policy through advocacy. It is the original grassroots citizen network, directed by the consensus of its members nationwide. The League’s enduring vitality as a trusted force for change and good government comes from its unique decentralized structure.
The national organization has potent partners at the grassroots level: 900 state and local Leagues – comprising a vast grassroots lobby corps that can be mobilized when necessary. Over time, the League’s legislative priorities change to reflect the needs of society and critical issues of concern.
The organization remains true to its basic purpose: to make democracy work for all citizens. The League of Women Voters makes a difference in the lives of citizens because of the energy and passion of thousands of members, committed to our principles. For more information: CLICK HERE.
WOMEN OF SCIENCE
The Association for Women in Science is a non-profit association dedicated to achieving equity and full participation for women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology. AWIS works to promote women's activities in all scientific fields, from mentoring to scholarships to job listings. Because AWIS has local chapters in over 42 states, it is likely that there is a chapter near you. The AWIS National Office is located in Washington DC. From more information CLICK HERE.
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WOMEN OF MUSIC
WOMEN OF ART
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WOMEN OF DESIGN
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WOMEN OF PEN
The National League of American Pen Women is made up of women who have demonstrated creative talents in art, letters, and music composition. The purpose of the League is to encourage the production of creative work of professional standard in art, letters, and music and to provide, through outreach, activities and educational, creative, and professional support to nonmembers in those fields. The League is a not-for-profit organization. The League is strategically headquartered near the center of the nation's capital in a historic home once occupied by the son of Abraham Lincoln. There are Pen Women branches throughout the United States. For More Information CLICK HERE
WOMEN SCHOLARS
WOMEN UNIVERSITIES
Heroes:
WOMEN OF SERVICE
ASPIRING YOUNG WOMEN WITH GREAT CAUSES
"Building Self Esteem One Girl At A Time" ~Caitlin Brunell
MY CAUSE
MADALAINE'S MISSION - A CURE FOR PKD....
In April 2008, I faced a mother's worst nightmare... Madalaine, my youngest daughter, was diagnosed with early onset ADPKD just days before her fifth birthday. Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD) is a life-threatening genetic disease, affecting 600,000 Americans and 12.5 million people, worldwide. ADPKD affects 1 in 500 newborns, children and adults regardless of sex, age, race or ethnic origin. It does not skip a generation. There are currently no treatment, no meds or cure for PKD.
ADPKD causes fluid-filled cysts to grow on the kidneys. The cysts can spread to the liver, pancreas, spleen, ovaries, large bowel membranes that surround your brain, the central nervous system, and seminal vesicles. It can also affect the heart, causing high blood pressure among other complications such as intracranial aneurysms and mitral valve prolapse. Over time, these cysts multiply and grow damaging the kidneys, reducing kidney function and leading to kidney failure. Dialysis and/or kidney transplantation are the only treatments for kidney (renal) failure.
Left: PKD Kidney, Right: Healthy Kidney
The cysts grow out of nephrons, the tiny filtering units inside the kidneys. The cysts eventually separate from the nephrons and continue to enlarge. The kidneys enlarge along with the cysts-which can number in the thousands-while roughly retaining their kidney shape. In fully developed autosomal dominant PKD, a cyst-filled kidney can weigh as much as 20 to 30 pounds
Healthy kidneys clean the blood by filtering out extra water and wastes. They also make hormones that keep the bones strong and blood healthy. When both kidneys fail, the body holds fluid, blood pressure rises, harmful acidic wastes build up inthe body and the body ceases to manufacture enough red blood cells.
Polycystic kidney disease causes the kidneys to gradually lose their ability to eliminate wastes from the blood and maintain the body's balance of fluids and chemicals. As the cysts enlarge, they produce pressure and promote scarring in the normal, unaffected areas of the kidneys. These effects promote high blood pressure and interfere with the ability of your kidneys to keep wastes from building to toxic levels, a condition called uremia.As the disease worsens, end-stage kidney (renal) failure may result. When end-stage renal failure occurs, ongoing kidney dialysis or a transplant is required to prolong life.
Needless to say this news is devastating. So, after the initial shock, tears and feeling of hopelessness has settled, I am recollecting my inner strength and courage to diligently strive to gain the knowledge necessary to fight for the life of my daughter and the other 12.5 million children and adults afflicted with this incurable disease.
At the tender age of five Madalaine has already lost 25% kidney function with just a small cluster of cysts in both kidneys. If the progression of this disease continues at this ratio, it is estimated that Madalaine will require dialysis and/or a transplant by age 20.
The key to Madalaine's survival is to slow the rate of kidney damage in an effort to preserve the remainder of her kidney function until a cure or medicines can be developed.
First on our agenda is working closely with Madalaine's team of doctors to learn how to slow down the progression through the only line of defense available, a restrictive low sodium diet. In addition to creating and monitoring her daily dietary intake, I must also monitor her blood pressure, adjust our lifestyle to accommodate Madalaine's current/future health and medical needs as well as educated everyone in our lives including her schools.
Second is to help other PKD families by promoting public awareness, patient/family education and support.
Third is encouraging contributions and advocacy to fund research, clinical trials and patient support.
Madalaine is an amazing child with incredible courage and always a smile on her tiny face. She is my inspiration to continually maintain a positive attitude of living a fulfilling life, in lieu of my disabling disease of RA and her incurable disease of PKD, we will find a way to overcome the obstacles we encounter because we are survivors.
I ask you to join in my stewardship and advocacy on behalf of my daughter, Madalaine and all PKD children on our mission to find a cure, so no child has to live a life on dialysis or face the trials of a transplant.
ABOUT MADALAINE'S MISSION VIRTUAL PKD WALK TEAM...
Walk For Me On My Team
Madalaine's Mission - Cure For PKD.
The PKD Foundation created a virtual walk for those who want to participate or donate but can't physically walk, don't have time to walk or don't have a sponsored walk in their area. Most importantly, your contribution goes directly to the PKD Foundation and it's tax deductible! Your participation is deeply appreciated!
Please Join Madalaine's Team Today by clicking the direct PKD Walk link: Madalaine's Mission Virtual Walk Team for the 2008 PKD Virtual Walk For A Cure on October 18th
....And Don't Forget To Add Madalaine's Mission - Cure For PKD Cause Badge to your MySpace Site.
HOW YOUR ADVOCACY CAN HELP...
PKD patients and families face many challenges including limited or no coverage for the cost of genetic testing, pediatric blood pressure monitor, restrictive dietary needs, medical alert bracelets, psychological therapy, dialysis expenses, pre and post transplant expenses, 36 month limit on transplant rejection medication coverage, patient support services and more...
Please take time learn more about Polycystic Kidney Disease by visiting the PKD Foundation website...And Get Involved Today! Your stewardship & advocacy can make all the difference!
Thank you for your support.
~ Charlene (Madalaine's Mom), Zarya Studios of New Orleans
