Victorious Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune

Monday, May 1 – Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Past event
12:01 AM EDT
Washington, District of Columbia
Free · 2 races

Event summary

Join us in celebrating the remarkable legacy of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune during the Victorious Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune event, running throughout May 2023 in Washington, District of Columbia. This vibrant month honors the International Victorious Woman Month, commemorating the extraordinary achievements of Dr. Bethune, an educator, philanthropist, and civil rights pioneer who overcame tremendous obstacles to make a lasting impact on society.

From her founding of the National Council of Negro Women to her pivotal role as a national advisor to President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dr. Bethune's contributions to education and women's rights are monumental. This event not only highlights her legacy but also aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goal #5, promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls worldwide. Don't miss this uplifting celebration that pays tribute to a true icon of resilience and empowerment!

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  • Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Run Challenge

    Virtual

    Dr. Mary McLeod transverse the United States many miles in her advocacy for Negro Women. In 1945 she was the only woman present in San Francisco for the signing of the historic United Nations charter.

    Monday, May 1, 2023

    Free

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  • Biking for Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune

    Virtual

    Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune like many women was not allowed to own a drivers license. But that did not stop her, she got on her bike to fundraise for the National Council of Negro Women.

    Monday, May 1, 2023

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

INTERNATIONAL VICTORIOUS WOMAN MONTH

DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE

MAY IS INTERNATIONAL VICTORIOUS WOMAN MONTH AND WE CELEBRATE THE GREAT DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE. IF THERE WAS ANY WOMAN THAT HAD THE WHOLE WORLD AGAINST HER; IT WAS DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE. BUT, DESPITE IT ALL, HER ACCOMPLISHMENTS COULD COVER 2 LIFETIMES!



Mary Jane McLeod Bethune was born on July 10, 1875, she was an educator, philanthropist, humanitarian, strategist, communicator, and womanist. Dr. Bethune founded the National Council of Negro Women in 1935. She presided as president over a myriad of Negro/African women's organizations.

She was also appointed National advisor to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. She also created the Federal Council of Colored Affairs also known as the Black Cabinet.

Her notoriety was first accomplished when she starts the Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach Florida.

A statue of this civil rights pioneer replaced a general, making her the first Black American with direct lineage to enslaved Africans. Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune represents the great state of Florida.



The NCNW has joined forces with the United Nations (UN) and African Renaissance Diaspora Network (ARDN) Red Card Pledge. The Red Card Pledge
is the commitment of the United Nations and ARDN to achieving its United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #5 https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal5 Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls.

RED CARD PLEDGE-NO MORE VIOLENCE https://redcardpledge.org

Location

Virtual, Virtual Online, Washington, 20001, DC, United States

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