THE VFA PIONEER HISTORIES PROJECT
Rev. Dean H. Lewis
September 6, 1926-June 14, 2021
“Just as men are likely to see the battle as a threat to their virility or masculinity, women could mistakenly see the only route to equality as what they consider ‘masculine’ or strong and pushy. The approach requires a lot of thought. There are many men who are members of NOW. You’ll notice it’s the National Organization ‘for’ Women, not ‘of’ Women.”
Presbyterian activist, advocate and peacemaker. Charter member on the first board of the National Organization for Women (NOW).
More About Rev. Dean:
- Obituary
- “Remembering Dean Lewis,” by David Staniunas, Presbyterian Historical Society – June 17, 2021
- Records of the National Organization for Women, 1959-2002 (inclusive), 1966-1998 (bulk), Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute
- National Organization for Women, Honoring Our Founders & Pioneers
- “Women’s Rights Drive Presses Search for Equality,” The Philadelphia Inquirer, May 12, 1968.
- Clergy for Choice
