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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Northeastern Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference on Aging: Increasing Services and Opportunities for Older People
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1968 Correspondence between Georgia Johnson and Woman's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of LaDonna Harris as Chairman of the National Women's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1968-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1968 Community Self-Determination Symposium Attendees and Affiliations
- Date:
- 1968-12-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to I.W. Abel Regarding Support for AIO Action Council's Advocacy for Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Financial Support from the Communications Workers of America for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy Work on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Financial Support for the AIO Action Council from United Transportation Union
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support and Collaboration from Laborers International Union for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Financial Support for Indigenous Advocacy: A Letter to the International Ladies Garment Workers Union
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support to the International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Ironworkers from the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The National Council on the Aging is hosting a regional conference in Washington, D.C. focusing on increasing services and opportunities for older people. The conference includes workshops, problem clinics, presentations on new legislation, retirement income, OEO policies, and programs, as well as discussions on the significance of a White House Conference on Aging. Participants can also attend a membership meeting to discuss new directions in public policy and regionalization."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Northeastern Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference on Aging: Increasing Services and Opportunities for Older People")
![["Georgia Johnson, owner of Molly Oak Cemetery, is seeking information on organizations, including the Office of Economic Opportunity, that provide funding for programs related to poverty alleviation. She expresses her interest in combating poverty and requests assistance from Mrs. Ladonna Marris of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1968 Correspondence between Georgia Johnson and Woman's Advisory Council on Poverty")
![["LaDonna Harris has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Women's Advisory Council on Poverty. The council, consisting of prominent American women, aims to strengthen efforts to help people move out of poverty. The purpose of the council is to coordinate, evaluate, enlist support, and plan for the Annual Conference on Women in the War Against Poverty. LaDonna Harris, an active member of the Comanche Indian tribe, has been involved in poverty alleviation efforts and has been appointed by Sargent Shriver, the director of the U.S. Office of Economic Opportunity."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of LaDonna Harris as Chairman of the National Women's Advisory Council on Poverty")
![["The Community Self-Determination Symposium took place at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. on December 12, 1968. The conference included a diverse group of participants from various organizations and industries, all focused on the topic of community self-determination. Participants included representatives from labor unions, corporations, government agencies, and community organizations. Discussions likely covered topics related to economic development, equal business opportunities, poverty alleviation, and urban innovation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1968 Community Self-Determination Symposium Attendees and Affiliations")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, thanks Mr. I. W. Abel for his past financial support and requests continued assistance in lobbying for legislative issues related to American Indian affairs. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between organized labor and the AIO Action Council in advocating for the rights and needs of American Indians. Harris requests that the United Steelworkers underwrite a portion of their annual budget and provides details on their activities and budget needs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to I.W. Abel Regarding Support for AIO Action Council's Advocacy for Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, representing the AIO Action Council, to Mr. Joseph A. Burns of the Communications Workers of America. Harris discusses the advocacy work of the AIO Action Council on Indian affairs, their budget needs, and the support they receive from organized labor. She requests a financial contribution from Burns to support their efforts in legislative issues and Indian self-improvement programs. Harris also highlights the importance of the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin and the need for government services and tribal recognition. She includes the annual report and budget of Americans for Indian Opportunity for Burns' review."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Financial Support from the Communications Workers of America for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy Work on Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, president of Americans for Indian Opportunity, to Al H. Chesser, president of the United Transportation Union. Harris discusses the legislative activities and budget needs of the AIO Action Council, a non-profit organization that supports Indian self-improvement programs. She emphasizes the importance of organized labor's support in advocating for legislative issues that benefit American Indians and coincide with labor's interests. Harris requests financial support from Chesser and his organization to help fund the AIO Action Council's initiatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Financial Support for the AIO Action Council from United Transportation Union")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, addressing Mr. Peter Fosco of the Laborers International Union of North America. She discusses the work of the AIO Action Council, a non-profit organization supporting Indian self-improvement programs. She highlights the importance of organized labor's support in legislative issues affecting American Indians and asks for financial support. Harris also mentions the AIO Action Council's activities and budget, emphasizing the need for assistance in their efforts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support and Collaboration from Laborers International Union for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy on Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is a request for financial support from the International Ladies Garment Workers Union for the AIO Action Council, which advocates for American Indian self-improvement and legislative issues. The council is not allowed to receive tax-exempt funds and relies on contributions to support their activities. The letter emphasizes the impact of American Indians' economic and social status on the overall economy and requests assistance in lobbying for legislative issues of mutual interest."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Financial Support for Indigenous Advocacy: A Letter to the International Ladies Garment Workers Union")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris to Mr. John H. Lyons of the International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Ironworkers. It discusses the work of the AIO Action Council in advocating for Indian affairs and the organization's budget needs. The letter highlights the importance of supporting Indian self-improvement programs and mentions the legislative issues the AIO Action Council is involved in. It also requests a financial contribution from the International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Ironworkers to support their work."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support to the International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Ironworkers from the AIO Action Council")