At American Ethical Union Assemblies, we confer the Anna Garlin Spencer Award upon volunteers selected by their respective societies as worthy of recognition. But do we know who she really was besides an associate leader of the NY Society (1904-12)? She was born in Attelboro, MA in 1851 (the same year as Felix Adler in NYC), and, at the time of her death in 1931, was one of the most recognized experts in and writers about the family, as well as a pioneer in women’s suffrage and leader of movements for world peace. Learn more about her and what she still as to teach us today.
About Anne Klaeysen
Dr. Anne Klaeysen is Leader Emerita of the New York Society for Ethical Culture. She is also co-chair of The Encampment for Citizenship Board. Anne holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in pastoral care and counseling from Hebrew Union College, as well as masters’ degrees in German from SUNY Albany and business administration from NYU. She and her husband, Glenn Newman, were married and raised their children at the Brooklyn Society, where Anne currently serves as vice president.
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About Sunday Platform
Sunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate, stimulate personal growth, inspire reflection and action, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader, member, or guest. Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events, pressing social issues, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour.
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