Joyce Beatty, who represents Ohio’s 3 rd Congressional District, chairs the Congressional Black Caucus and earlier this year joined fellow members of House Democratic leadership in introducing the Paycheck Fairness Act, which addresses wage discrimination on the basis of sex and would strengthen the Equal Pay Act of 1963 Joining the EBN in honoring Truth are local, state, national and Ohio University leaders, including several OHIO graduates. In uplifting the legacy of Sojourner Truth, we are reminded of the role each of us plays in continuing her work, and that of many others, and advancing our path toward a more just, equitable, diverse and inclusive society.” “I commend the Akron/Canton affiliate of our Ebony Bobcat Network for its vision and for spearheading this program. “Ohio University is committed to not only fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion in our community but also to being a national leader in these efforts,” said Ohio University President M. ![]() It is the first statue in the park to depict historical women. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton-was unveiled in New York City’s Central Park, commemorating the 100 th anniversary of the ratification of the 19 th Amendment and women’s right to vote. Last August, the Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument-featuring Truth, Susan B. In 1981, an Ohio Historical Marker was erected in Akron on the site of her “Ain’t I a Woman” speech, and, in 2009, Truth became the first Black woman to be honored with a statue in the U.S. As a noted abolitionist, she continued to speak nationally and helped recruit Black troops for the Union Army during the Civil War, earning her an invitation to meet with President Lincoln in 1864. She continued to preach and became increasingly involved in the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.ĭrawing on her experience as a woman, slave and evangelist, Truth’s “Ain’t I a Woman” speech galvanized the growing women’s right movement. ![]() In 1843, she declared that the spirit of God called on her to preach the truth, renaming herself Sojourner Truth. ![]() As a participant in religious revivals during the early 1830s, she became and was recognized as a charismatic speaker. Sojourner Truth was born into slavery as Isabella Baumfree in 1797. We want to seize this moment to showcase her legacy and our community’s involvement in advocating for women’s and civil rights.” “One of the most historic milestones in our Akron community is Sojourner Truth’s visit and speech promoting women’s rights. “A tenet of the Ebony Bobcat Network’s mission is to celebrate African American heritage and excellence,” said Tracy Carter, BBA ’93, president of the EBN’s Akron/Canton affiliate. Joyce Beatty, who represents Ohio’s 3 rd Congressional District and chairs the Congressional Black Caucus, and Debra Adams Simmons, executive editor for culture at National Geographic Magazine. The May 20 event kicks off at noon and will feature keynote speakers U.S. ![]() On May 20, 2021, the Akron/Canton affiliate of Ohio University’s Ebony Bobcat Network (EBN) will host a virtual celebration commemorating the 170 th anniversary of that moment in Ohio, U.S., women’s rights and civil rights history. On May 29, 1851, human rights pioneer and advocate Sojourner Truth delivered her most famous speech-widely known as “Ain’t I a Woman”-at the Women’s Rights Convention held in Akron, Ohio. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress On May 20, the Akron/Canton affiliate of Ohio University’s Ebony Bobcat Network will host a virtual celebration commemorating the 170th anniversary of Sojourner Truth’s most famous speech-widely known as “Ain’t I a Woman”-at the Women’s Rights Convention held in Akron, Ohio.
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