Young Women's Christian associations -- France
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
France, 1919-1950
File — Box 1: Series 1; Series 2 [Barcode: 310183630155991], Reel: 55, microdex: 4
Scope and Contents
Documents concerning YWCA work in France and cooperation with the YWCA of the U.S.A. As Hitler comes to power and areas of France are threatened, correspondence and reports describe the effort to assist those affected by the conflict and the political and religious situation in Germany is discussed. Cooperation with the YWCA in France concerns assisting with war work and relief efforts and sharing of practices and training of leaders.
Dates of Materials:
1919-1950
France, circa 1918-1970
File — Box 1007: Series 1 [Barcode: 310183630388006], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents
Photographs of young women's Christian associations activities and programs in France. These programs provide social, educational and recreational opportunities for its women and girls. Following World War II the work of YWCA's focuses on recovery and as part of this effort, YWCA of the USA associations donate a service center for underprivileged youth in Paris. Photograph captions indicate that this center is the only available place for the youth of Paris to go. It provides childcare for...
Dates of Materials:
circa 1918-1970
