To honor the memory of Dorothy Height, President Obama ordered U.S. flags at the White House, at all public buildings, on naval ships, military posts, and at diplomatic offices around the world to be flown at half-staff on Thursday, April 29 the day of her funeral service. Obama will give the eulogy.
Dr. Height was the most famous female leader in the American civil rights movement. She worked to promote education and human rights throughout her long life. For many years she led the National Council of Negro Women, a service organization founded by educator Mary McLeod Bethune. Height started NCNWs’ Black Family Reunion Celebrations a quarter of a century ago, providing a platform for enjoyment as well as provide an opportunity to celebrate the strengths of the Black family. Height also served on the board of the Children’s Defense Fund for more than 30 years.
Dr. Height was known for her kindness, her public speaking skills, and for wearing elaborate hats. “If This Hat Could Talk,” was the title of a musical which portrayed her life story. She was 98 years old when she died on April 20. The service will be at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Height was the most famous female leader in the American civil rights movement. She worked to promote education and human rights throughout her long life. For many years she led the National Council of Negro Women, a service organization founded by educator Mary McLeod Bethune. Height started NCNWs’ Black Family Reunion Celebrations a quarter of a century ago, providing a platform for enjoyment as well as provide an opportunity to celebrate the strengths of the Black family. Height also served on the board of the Children’s Defense Fund for more than 30 years.
Dr. Height was known for her kindness, her public speaking skills, and for wearing elaborate hats. “If This Hat Could Talk,” was the title of a musical which portrayed her life story. She was 98 years old when she died on April 20. The service will be at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
