Eleanor Roosevelt

Week 8 Course Project: Narrated Presentation

Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

· Link (website): 
Narrated PowerPoint Tutorial
  

· Minimum of 8 scholarly resources (These are from the Week 4 Annotated Bibliography. Conduct additional research as needed.)

Introduction
For this project, select a person whom you believe had significant influence (positive or negative) on a movement for social, economic, and/or political change in the 20th and 21st centuries. Explore and address the following in your project:

· Summarize the person’s ideas.

· How did the ideas or changes affect the establishment and status quo?

· What was the context in which this person proposed ideas/change?

· How did the government or the people respond to the ideas/change?

· What sort of following or support did he/she have?

· How have the ideas/actions of the person influenced contemporary cultures and ideas?

For the final presentation, make sure to go beyond the surface information and go into depth about the person you are researching.

Here is a brief breakdown of the project so that you can plan your time in the course:

Week	Task
Week 3	Topic Selection
Week 5	Annotated Bibliography
Week 6	Script
Week 8	Presentation

Instructions
The final step in the course project is to develop the presentation with audio narration.

· You may use PowerPoint or another method (mp4 file) approved by your instructor.

· Deliver the presentation in a professional and engaging manner.

· Include parenthetical in-text citations support observations made in the presentation. Make sure to read the citations when recording your narration. Do not read the references slide.

Presentation Requirements

· Length: 4-6 minutes narrated presentation 

· Slide length: 5-8 slides (not including title slide, conclusion slide, or references slide)

· Title slide

· Conclusion slide

· References slide (minimum of 8 scholarly sources cited in APA format; not narrated)

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History Project

Violeta Morales

Chamberlain University

Contemporary History

Professor Goldberg

January 19, 2022

History Project

Eleanor Roosevelt was a key figure during the most critical 20th-century social reforms in the United States. It was during her tenure as the First Lady that the US experienced movements like the New Deal, the Progressive Movement, the struggle for racial justice, the Women’s Movement, and the United Nations. Eleanor highly relied on her liberal ideologies and political network to become a key voice inside the White House. She advocated for the appointment of women in key administrative positions, championed the plight of the unemployed, and addressed the concerns of youth. During the Second World War, she took an active role in building a support network for women and an active role in European refugee programs. Even after the death of her husband in 1945, she continued engaging in political activities in crucial areas like the civil rights movement, and the new United Nations.

Eleanor played a significant role in advocating for the rights of women. Wrote articles and opinion pieces, gave speeches, and was involved in broadcasting where she urged her female audience to become active citizens and hold their leaders accountable while working together for the peace of the world (Luscombe, 2018). Women’s right was a major topic at that time when gender prejudice dominated all aspects of life.

The issue of minority rights was a major subject of discussion in the United States. Eleanor fought for the recognition of minorities by advocating for the integration of Africa-Americans in the US military, inviting activists to table their agenda in the White House, and joining in the Washington chapters of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and National Urban League (Luscombe, 2018). She openly confronted those who advocated for white supremacy and discriminated against other races.

Eleanor Roosevelt played a significant role in the development of political and social conscience by fighting for the plight of others while finding legal and political solutions to prevailing problems. She joined active groups like the Women’s Trade Union League, the National Consumers League and, the New York chapters of the League of Women Voters (Luscombe, 2018). Moreover, she constantly goaded reforms and women groups to prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and delegate assignments.

References

Luscombe, A. (2018). Eleanor Roosevelt: A crusading spirit to move human rights forward. Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights, 36(4), 241–246. https://doi.org/10.1177/0924051918801610

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Eleanor Roosevelt: Annotated Bibliography

Violeta Morales

Chamberlain University

Contemporary History

Professor Goldberg

February 6, 2022

Eleanor Roosevelt: Annotated Bibliography

Luscombe, A. (2018). Eleanor Roosevelt: A crusading spirit to move human rights forward. Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights, 36(4), 241–246. https://doi.org/10.1177/0924051918801610

Luscombe’s article provides an examination of the various engagements and contributions of Eleanor Roosevelt on human rights, crusading spirit, and the development of sociopolitical consciences in the United States. The article is suitable for readers seeking more insight on social reforms made by Eleanor. Luscombe Anya is a former BBC reporter and associate professor of media at University College Roosevelt, hence the credible source of information on the works of Eleanor Roosevelt. The article is well researched and relevant to my class assignment of identifying the contributions of Eleanor Roosevelt on social reforms in the United States.

Fazzi, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt’s Peculiar Pacifism: Activism, Pragmatism, and Political Efficacy in Interwar America. European journal of American studies, 12 (1), 10.4000/ejas.11893.

Fazzi depicts Eleanor Roosevelt as one of the most influential women who played a role in shaping the international and domestic discussions on enhancing peace by spreading pacifist ideologies while combining them with the promotion of human rights and social justice. The article is suitable for learners, professionals, and general readers seeking to understand the history of pacifism and social justice in the United States. Dario Fazzi is a scholar and professor at the Roosevelt Institute of American Studies, whose research focuses on the interplay between the history of America’s social and foreign policy. The article is relevant to my research as it provides insight into the peculiar pacifism of Eleanor Roosevelt and her inclination towards political efficacy and activism in enhancing social change.

Luscombe, A, (2020) Eleanor Roosevelt and radio in early Cold War France, Women’s History Review, 29(2), 215-230, DOI: 10.1080/09612025.2019.1600646

Luscombe discusses the contributions of Eleanor Roosevelt on social reforms through her programs on radio, daily newspaper columns, and public speaking. An experienced journalist and professor, Luscombe provide a thorough examination of the unique role of media as a medium through Eleanor spread her understanding of American democracy and way of life. The text is useful to all readers seeking to understand the numerous efforts made by Eleanor in advocating for the rights of all especially women. Luscombe asserts that women had a role to play in creating peace after the war and Eleanor used the media especially radio to reach her audience in their homes and encouraged them to play a lead role in enhancing democracy. The text addresses the contributions of women in social change through media and serves to generate classroom discussions. Most of the discussion is appropriate for my classroom writing exercise.

Facing History and Ourselves (2010). Fundamental freedoms: Eleanor Roosevelt and the universal declaration of human rights. www.facinghistory.org/fundamentalfreedoms.

The article explores the life of Eleanor Roosevelt from the development of her identity as an activist and political thinker to testing of her values, her understanding of democracy, and vision of America after the war, and finally to her contribution to universal advocacy for human rights. The article further explores the role of Eleanor in guiding the drafting of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which is an international document that underwent ratification at the United Nations. Facing History and Ourselves is a nonprofit organization that engages learners from diverse backgrounds in examining prejudice, racism, and antisemitism to promote a more informed and humane citizenry. The article is forthcoming on the stages that Eleanor underwent from childhood to fighting for social change around the globe. I find the information relevant to class discussions and my project.

Tabors, C. (2018). A voice for the “Least of these;” Eleanor Roosevelt’s servant leadership. Servant Leadership: Theory & Practice, 5(1), 13-24.

Eleanor Roosevelt was America’s First Lady who broke the stereotype to become a significant advocate of social change through political influence. She effectively utilized her political platform and journalism knowledge to keep the public informed and educated politically. Christy Tabors is a senior faculty member at Hardin-Simmons University who utilizes presents research showing that Eleanor is one of the most prominent First Ladies in the history of America to advocate for and play a lead role in social reforms. Tabors discuss the relevant contributions of Eleanor. I find the article useful for my class research because of its detailed and accurate presentation of information.

Black, A. M. (2010).Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962): First Lady, Social Welfare Advocate, Human Rights Leader, Social Welfare History Project. https://socialwhp.wpengine.com/eras/great-depression/eleanor-roosevelt/

The article is an autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt, detailing her encounters an experience from childhood into adulthood when she advocated for social change. Black is the project director and editor of the Eleanor Roosevelt Papers, which enhances the credibility of the information presented. The author concludes that Eleanor played a significant role in enhancing social change as she urged Americans that freedom could only be achieved when society changes its attitude towards colored races. The discussion effectively highlights the various ways in which Eleanor advocated for social change, hence relevant to my research.

Luscombe, A. & Fai, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt and diplomacy in the public interest. European Journal of American Studies, 12(1), 1-6.

The article details the actions of Eleanor Roosevelt in advocating for diplomacy in the United States as a basic public interest. Luscombe and Fazzi and professional researchers who are forthcoming in their supplements and methods through scholarly research on the contributions of Eleanor towards social change. Information in the article reveals that Eleanor was a great humanitarian activist whose global popularity remains unmatched among American diplomats. I find the article relevant and useful for my research as the authors effectively argue the cultural, social, and political legacy of Eleanor and the enduring impact she left on the global arena.

Von Bernstorff, J. (2008). The changing fortunes of the universal declaration of human rights: Genesis and symbolic dimensions of the turn to rights in international law. The European Journal of International Law, 19(5), 903-924.

The article explores the origin of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and its conversion into internal law. Information presented is based on the research conducted by Von Bernstorff and includes information on Eleanor Roosevelt as an outspoken American First Lady who advocated against racial discrimination at home and critically responded to the allegations made by the socialist countries like the Soviet Union on alleged prejudice within the United Nations. Von Bernstorff concludes that Eleanor played a crucial role in advocating for social change even on the international platform. The article is highly detailed and will significantly contribute to my research.

References

Black, A. M. (2010).Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962): First Lady, Social Welfare Advocate, Human Rights Leader, Social Welfare History Project.

Facing History and Ourselves (2010). Fundamental freedoms: Eleanor Roosevelt and the universal declaration of human rights. www.facinghistory.org/fundamentalfreedoms.

Fazzi, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt’s Peculiar Pacifism: Activism, Pragmatism, and Political Efficacy in Interwar America. European journal of American studies, 12 (1), 10.4000/ejas.11893.

Luscombe, A. (2018). Eleanor Roosevelt: A crusading spirit to move human rights forward. Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights, 36(4), 241–246. https://doi.org/10.1177/0924051918801610

Luscombe, A, (2020) Eleanor Roosevelt and radio in early Cold War France, Women’s History Review, 29(2), 215-230, DOI: 10.1080/09612025.2019.1600646

Luscombe, A. & Fai, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt and diplomacy in the public interest. European Journal of American Studies, 12(1), 1-6.

Tabors, C. (2018). A voice for the “Least of these;” Eleanor Roosevelt’s servant leadership. Servant Leadership: Theory & Practice, 5(1), 13-24.

Von Bernstorff, J. (2008). The changing fortunes of the universal declaration of human rights: Genesis and symbolic dimensions of the turn to rights in international law. The European Journal of International Law, 19(5), 903-924.

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Eleanor Roosevelt

Violeta Morales

Chamberlain University

Contemporary History

Professor Goldberg

February 13, 2022

Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt was born in 1884 in New York. Her parents died before she reached 10 years and she went to live with her maternal grandmother. While studying in London, her school principal noticed her intellect, urged her to get politically, and socially involved. When she returned to the United States, her uncle President Theodore Roosevelt introduced her to politics. She married her distant cousin Franklin Roosevelt who later became the president of the United States. It was during the leadership of Franklin Roosevelt that America experienced the Progressive Movement, New Deal, the Women’s Movement, and the struggle for racial justice. Eleanor utilized her journalism skills to write opinion pieces, write articles, and give speeches advocating for the equality and rights of women. Moreover, she leveraged her political network and liberal ideologies to voice issues in the White House. Eleanor championed numerous issues like gender equality, youth concerns, minority issues, employment of women in key positions, and the plight of the unemployed. During and after WW II, Eleanor actively supported women’s networks and played an active role in European refugee programs. After the death of her husband, she continued to engage in social reforms, was appointed as the chairperson of the UN, and helped in creating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Eleanor actively campaigned for the rights of women, minorities, and children. She encouraged people through her public utterances to contribute towards the achievement of peace and take an active role in politics (Luscombe & Fazzi, 2017). Her astute view on the significant role of various media and communication channels like books, speeches, columns, television, and radio to educate the public while creating a shared identity in the United States and between the other US and other nations. She used her skills in journalism to give speeches and lectures, write opinion pieces, and broadcast, through which she urged her female listeners to actively engage in politics and bring leaders to accountability to enhance global peace (Luscombe, 2018). Women’s right was a major topic of discussion during her time as they dominated all aspects of life. She joined the New York State League of Women Voters and encouraged women to actively engage in politics. Through the league, she had the opportunity to meet professional women who were highly engaged in politics (Luscombe & Fai, 2017). Moreover, Eleanor joined the Women’s Trade Union League where she developed close relationships with other women in politics (Tabors, 2018). Women were among the most active members of the American peace organization. Struggle for peace meant that women had the opportunity to improve their lives and break the prevailing barriers (Fazzi, 2017). Eleanor continually engaged in reforms and worked with women groups to set goals to prioritize policies. 

For decades, minority people in the United States fought for recognition and equality. Eleanor was the first First Lady in the world to use her position to support numerous courses. Eleanor joined the Washington chapters of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the National Urban League where she advocated for the integration of blacks in the American military and invited activists to the White House (Luscombe, 2018). As a humanitarian, she promoted minority rights by advocating for the inclusion of other races into the American military. She brought attention to the efforts of Tuskegee Airmen to become the first African-American combat pilots. She openly confronted those who advocated for white supremacy and discriminated against other races. Her stance on civil rights issues attracted a lot of criticism from commentators and politicians. 

Eleanor aggressively defended her engagement with the poor and minority in her articles (Black, 2010). She increased her civil rights activism was highly outspoken on anti-lynching legislation and pressured FERA administrators to practice equal pay for all races.

Eleanor was instrumental in the development of political and social conscience by advocating for the plight of the vulnerable. She strived to find a political and legal solution to the existing social problem. Eleanor was introduced to political life by his uncle from an early age. Moreover, her school principal encouraged her to be politically and socially involved. At 20 years, she married Franklin Roosevelt and dislikes the social duties imposed on her as a wife of a politician (Luscombe, 2020). Eleanor became the vice president of the Democratic Women’s Committee and an editor of the Women’s Democratic News. By the 1940s Eleanor was a skilled politician and successfully combined pacifist stances with national security exigencies (Fazzi, 2017). She worked towards enhancing improving the involvement of the United States in European and global affairs. Moreover, she strived to fulfill the ideologies of equality and freedom in the national and global preservation of human dignity. Eleanor played a key role in the drafting of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) (Facing History and Ourselves, 2010). She is renowned for her contribution to universal democracy and human rights.

Eleanor Roosevelt took an ambivalent and complex approach in fighting for social reforms. Her peace activism was highly intertwined with her quest for social justice. Moreover, her noticeable pacifism coupled with her unmatched ability to handle social media challenges of her time and unremitting social activism rendered her a perfect candidate for interceding between American pacifism and political elites. 

References

Black, A. M. (2010). Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962): First Lady, Social Welfare Advocate, Human Rights Leader, Social Welfare History Project.

Facing History and Ourselves (2010). Fundamental freedoms: Eleanor Roosevelt and the universal declaration of human rights. www.facinghistory.org/fundamentalfreedoms.

Fazzi, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt’s Peculiar Pacifism: Activism, Pragmatism, and Political Efficacy in Interwar America. European journal of American studies, 12 (1), 10.4000/ejas.11893.

Luscombe, A. (2018). Eleanor Roosevelt: A crusading spirit to move human rights forward. Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights, 36(4), 241–246. https://doi.org/10.1177/0924051918801610

Luscombe, A, (2020) Eleanor Roosevelt and radio in early Cold War France, Women’s History Review, 29(2), 215-230, DOI: 10.1080/09612025.2019.1600646

Luscombe, A. & Fai, D. (2017). Eleanor Roosevelt and diplomacy in the public interest. European Journal of American Studies, 12(1), 1-6.

Tabors, C. (2018). A voice for the “Least of these;” Eleanor Roosevelt’s servant leadership. Servant Leadership: Theory & Practice, 5(1), 13-24.

Von Bernstorff, J. (2008). The changing fortunes of the universal declaration of human rights: Genesis and symbolic dimensions of the turn to rights in international law. The European Journal of International Law, 19(5), 903-924.