Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
These records, created or collected by Senator Karen Burstein, provide information on the development of leadership strategies by women's movement advocates. Include are correspondence, memorandums, reports, conference materials, press clippings, and other materials from state agencies, advocacy organizations, and individuals relating to abortion; childcare; displaced homemakers; women in prisons; International Women's Year; and the National Women's Conference (1977). Many records, representing both sides of the issue, relate to the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment in New York State.
Creator:
Title:
Senator Karen Burstein women's issues files
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

Inclusive Dates:
1973-1979
Bulk Dates:
bulk 1977-1979
Series Number:
L0101