Born in Richmond, Virginia March 24, 1912, Dorothy Irene Height became for many, an example of a life of service. In high school, she began her activism, participating in anti-lynching campaigns of the 1920s.

Feb 2, 2025ย ยท Dorothy Height was a prominent civil rights and women's rights leader, known for her dedication to social causes and advocacy through organizations like the National Council of Negro โ€ฆ

A leader in the Civil Rights movement, Dr. Dorothy Height served as president of the National Council of Negro Women for 40 years. Find out more at womenshistory.org.

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Born in Richmond, Virginia March 24, 1912, Dorothy Irene Height provided leadership for nearly half a century, in the struggle for equality and human rights for all people. Her life exemplifies her โ€ฆ

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