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Conferences and conventions are a chance for delegates from different associations to come together to discuss emphases and vote on resolutions and policy. The Convention and Conference Department of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of conferences and conventions. Reports reflect on and assess the planning process, convention execution and convention program. 

Scope and Contents

Conferences and conventions are a chance for delegates from different associations to come together to discuss emphases and vote on resolutions and policy. The Convention and Conference Department of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of conferences and conventions. Reports reflect on and assess the planning process, convention execution and convention program. 

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National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The YWCA of the U.S.A. Convention Committee meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

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National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The YWCA of the U.S.A. Convention Committee meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. A note in the microfilm indicates that the minutes and reports for the 1924 convention are missing.

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The Convention Committee of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The YWCA of the U.S.A. Convention Committee meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

Scope and Contents

National conventions of the YWCA of the U.S.A. are a chance for delegates from associations to come together to discuss topics of national concern, vote of resolutions and policy and meet with special interest groups. The YWCA of the U.S.A. Convention Committee meets to discuss the planning, administration and program of the national conventions. 

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Due to the effect the war has on travel resources and finance the convention for 1943 was cancelled. Convention committees discuss the matter in addition to taking a poll of local associations prior to making their decision. In the report from Mrs. White to the YWCA of the U.S.A. National Board alternatives to a national convention are suggested.

Scope and Contents Due to government restrictions on conventions and other effects of World War II, the Seventeenth National Convention is cancelled in 1945. In lieu of having a convention, the National Board and committees compile the work that went into preparing for the convention into printed materials and a workbook for local associations to meet and discuss the topics provided and report back. The results are then analyzed and compiled into a report and the charter for the years 1945-1948 is developed....

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the Industrial Assembly of the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The Industrial Assembly convenes delegates representing industrial women to vote on and discuss national matters and to unite behind a common purpose. The theme of the assembly, "We have a job to do for peace," reflects the international outlook of the Industrial Department and the overall YWCA movement. In addition to issues of...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the National Employed Women's Coordinating Assembly and Student Assembly at the Eighteenth National Convention of Young Women's Christian Associations. In the years leading up to the Eighteenth Convention, a National Employed Women's Coordinating Council and Assembly was discussed and later adopted. The purpose of the new council and assembly is to unite the Business and Professional Assembly and Council and the Industrial Council and Assembly under matters of mutual...

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Documents concerning revisions to the constitution of the YWCA of the U.S.A. as studied and proposed by the Constitution Commission. Materials include a historical overview of the process beginning with the recommendation of the Committee for the Standards Study at the 1940 convention. Meeting minutes detail the processes of revision following discussions on specific points of the constitution and bylaws. The final document is a report presented to the Eighteenth Convention. 

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the revision of the constitution proposed by the YWCA of the U.S.A. Constitution Commission. Meeting minutes and reports concern the relationship of the business and professional, and industrial assemblies and councils, and the YWCA of the U.S.A. Student Division to the national convention and national organizations. Also addressed are standards for local association affiliation with the YWCA of the U.S.A., guidelines for the basis of membership, standards of maintaining...

Scope and Contents Official report of the National Board of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of American to their eighth national convention. Reports of the activities of divisions and departments of the YWCA of the U.S.A. include city, rural, student, industrial, business and professional, Girl Reserve, Native American, foreign-born, education, personnel, publicity and more. In addition, special reports are given concerning cooperation with the National Traveler's Aid Society, the...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the Eighth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America assemblies, group meetings and program. Business and professional, industrial, and student assemblies each meet separately during the convention to discuss matters unique to their groups and to united under their common goals. Assemblies discuss cooperation with outside organizations as well as within the YWCA. In addition, assemblies vote on resolutions and actions...

Scope and Contents Reports from the National Board concerning the Eleventh National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The convention focuses on the changing social, religious, and economic situation in the United States and beyond and include a strong focus on work with immigrants in cities, towns, and points of entry. These detailed reports provide background information and studies regarding in addition to giving an overview of resolutions and actions...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the Eleventh National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Materials include reports and summaries of group discussions, the proposed program of study for the Public Affairs department, worship service programs, a program for an international night, and a general overview of the convention for those planning on attending. Group discussion topics include service to small and large associations, work in rural areas,...

Scope and Contents YWCA of the U.S.A. National Board reports, guiding principles, and emphases for the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The National Board publishes reports prior to the convention to assess the work of the previous biennium and report on studies conducted. The National Board assesses its role in the national program of the YWCA of the U.S.A., its work with local associations and divisions and its cooperation with the...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the industrial assembly at the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. Industrial delegates meet to discuss matters unique to their group, conduct national business, and united behind a program emphasis and aim. For the Fifteenth Convention the Industrial Assembly focuses on matters of democracy and freedoms in response to the unrest in Europe and Asia at the time. Time is also given to discussing the...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning convention committees, constitution revisions, and group meetings at the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United State of America. The Convention Committee assess the past convention and collects feedback, plans the location and accommodations, and arranges programming and special speakers. Group meeting materials largely concern the meeting of adults responsible for work with younger girls. These discussions assess work...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the international aspects, news and reports, worship services and program of the Fifteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. As part of the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s strong ties to work in China and in response to the tensions between China and Japan, Madam Chiang Kai-Shek gives an address to the convention via radio. In addition there is a formal note of appreciation and greetings from the YWCA in China....

Scope and Contents Reports, proceedings, and other documents from the Fifth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The convention reports provide updates from each YWCA of the U.S.A. department as well as summarizing the events of the convention. Following the convention report, the "First Report of the Commission on Household Employment," a presentation of a study on household employees, addresses the unique challenges faced by household employees and...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning participation by proxy at the Fourteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. For junior members of the YWCA of the U.S.A., the only representatives at convention are the local junior members and adult leaders of groups from around the country. For the Fourteenth Convention, in order to get representation from more junior members, fifty associations were chosen to discuss and report on the topics of education...

Scope and Contents National Board reports and guiding principles of the Fourteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. The National Board report summarizes and assesses their work over the past two years leading up to the convention. The report reflects upon the reduced staff and budget of the past two years and how that has affected local associations and their members. A published report on the study of standards, conducted since the previous...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the Fourteenth National Convention of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the United States of America. By 1936 convention are expected to be interracial with accommodations providing adequate accommodations to all without discrimination. The National Board's commitment to this ideals is reflected in the planning materials and an account of an issue with accommodating a delegate in the dorms of Colorado College. In addition to this matter, the Convention...