Black Women Speak for Freedom, Justice, and Democracy: Historical Perspectives By Dr. Janet Dewart Bell - WATCH HERE

Watch Dr. Janet Dewart Bell's lecture "Black Women Speak for Freedom, Justice, and Democracy: Historical Perspectives". The second in the Women's Media Center Beverly Wettenstein Women's History Lecture Series, Dr. Bell's lecture is followed by a conversation with Dr. Koritha Mitchell. Erica González Martínez makes introductory remarks.

“We chose Juneteenth as the day to premiere Dr. Janet Dewart Bell’s lecture honoring the historical impact of narratives by Black women leaders to highlight the national celebration of African American resilience, achievement, and racial advancement,” said Julie Burton, President and CEO of the Women’s Media Center.

WMC Beverly Wettenstein Women's History Lecture 2024

Black Women Speak for Freedom, Justice, and Democracy

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A conversation between Dr. Janet Dewart Bell and Dr. Koritha Mitchell follows Dr. Bell's lecture

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Press release: Dewart Bell to Deliver Juneteenth Day Address on Black Women, Freedom and Justice - Event is Part of Women's Media Center History Lecture Series

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