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Elizabeth Duncan Koontz
1919-06-03 – 1989-01-06
Life & Legacy
Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (June 3, 1919 – January 6, 1989) was an American figure in education, civil rights and the women's movement. She was the first African-American president of the National Education Association and director of the United States Department of Labor Women's Bureau.
Occupation & Career
teacher, educator
Education
Columbia University; Indiana University; Clark Atlanta University
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Clark Atlanta University · Columbia University · Indiana University
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q5362702 — wikidata View source
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