Organizations NAACP;COFO;SNCC 1962-1966;Mississippi: Jackson; Hattiesburg; Columbus.
Visited familiar black churches to encourage people to register to vote and attend mass meetings,canvassed door to door, restaurants, local black colleges,and streets; also worked at a Poor People Corporation outlet on Farish Street part-time when I returned to college. Participated in sit-ins in Jackson, MS. Arrested for picketing, in front of the city jail for release of demonstrators who were beaten unjustly and arrested.Participated in a sit-in in Atlanta,GA at a Toddle House with SNCC friends while taking a break from a conference.My picture shown in Memories of the Civil Rights Movement by Danny Lyon on p.129.My name not printed,as in the shadow of many photos taken during the 60s.During the early 60s, I thought that freedom for Blacks would spring forth in a very short time.As years passed I realized that the struggle for freedom was just the beginning of an on-going change-a spark that would eventually challenge the heart of every human being.
Presently I am a Hearing Impaired specialist. I have 28 years experience in teaching and educating hearing impaired children. In my efforts to accomplish my goals in life, I try to light a spark that others can pass on to help bring about positive changes for all people.
Peace and Love to all my brothers and sisters.
Jeri
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