From Dr. Clopton: In St. Louis once again working on a new film. My friend Rosetta Keaton is my guide this time to help fill in some interesting tidbits of St. Louis history for the film. She also set up some much needed interviews for me. It was a long day but, always fun when … Continue reading Dr. Wilma Mosley Clopton Visits St. Louis
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the phenomenal women who continue to have the courage to show us the way! Please take a moment to enjoy my tribute to my Mother, Dr. Jessie Bryant Mosley, whose strength and vision continue to guide many of us today. https://blackhistoryplus.com/product/jessie-one-woman-one-vision-dvd/ https://vimeo.com/ondemand/jessie/124674899
Dr. Wilma Mosley Clopton and Women for Progress
From Dr. Clopton: If you don’t know Willie Jones, president of Women for Progress, then you have missed a dynamic treat. She truly believes in supporting and promoting women business entrepreneurship. I am always pleased when I have an opportunity to share thoughts with this dynamic group of women.
Women for Progress Lunch and Learn on April 5
Dr. Wilma Mosley Clopton is the guest presenter at the Women for Progress Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, April 5 at noon at Koinonia Coffee House. Seating & networking begins: 11:30 am Program: 12:00-1:00pm **No cost. Attendees may purchase lunch from menu** Visit www.womenforprogress.net for contact information.
Happy Easter!
#HappyEaster from NMHS Unlimited Film Productions!
“Standing on My Sisters’ Shoulders” Film Screening and Discussion on April 3
Dr. Wilma Mosley Clopton is a guest speaker at the “Standing on My Sisters’ Shoulders” film screening and discussion on April 3 from 3-5 p.m. at Tougaloo College in the Bennie G. Thompson Center. The event is part of the 2016 Veterans of the Mississippi Civil Rights Movement Conference that begins on March 30. From Veterans … Continue reading “Standing on My Sisters’ Shoulders” Film Screening and Discussion on April 3
“Walking in Their Footsteps” 2016 Recap
NMHS Unlimited Film Productions’ annual program took place at Tougaloo College in the Bennie G. Thompson Center Auditorium. Thanks to all of the participants and guests who made this event a success.
Mary Church Terrell Literary Club’s Annual Luncheon on April 2
Dr. Wilma Mosley Clopton is this year’s featured speaker at the Mary Church Terrell Literary Club’s annual luncheon on April 2. Make plans to attend!
Walking in Their Footsteps: GLADYS NOEL BATES
Gladys Noel Bates was the civil rights pioneer and educator who filed the first Civil Rights lawsuit in the state of Mississippi. She was born in McComb, Mississippi. The suit, filed in 1948, charged salary discrimination against black teachers and principals. Black teachers were paid one-half of what white teachers were paid, sometimes even less. … Continue reading Walking in Their Footsteps: GLADYS NOEL BATES
Walking in Their Footsteps: ANNIE BELL ROBINSON DEVINE
Annie Bell Robinson Devine was a no-nonsense civil rights activist. Born in Canton, Mississippi, Devine was the trailblazer behind the voter registration movement in Canton and Madison County. When she began in 1963, fewer than 100 of the county’s 10,000 Black adults were registered. She was a soft-spoken woman with a ready smile, whose commitment … Continue reading Walking in Their Footsteps: ANNIE BELL ROBINSON DEVINE