Dorothy F. Bailey facts for kids

Dorothy F. Bailey is an important American leader from Prince George's County, Maryland. She worked for her community for many years. She was part of the county council for eight years. During that time, she was the chairman twice.

She has also been on the boards of many groups across the country. These include the National Council of Negro Women. She also helped start the Harlem Renaissance Festival in her county. This festival has happened every year since 1999. Dorothy F. Bailey also created several other community groups. In 2014, she was honored by being added to the Maryland Women's Hall of Fame.

About Dorothy F. Bailey

Early Life and Education

Dorothy F. Bailey was born in Dunn, North Carolina. She became interested in civil rights when she was in college. She studied sociology at North Carolina Central University. She earned her bachelor's degree there in 1962.

After that, she continued her studies. She learned more about education and gerontology. Gerontology is the study of aging and older people. She studied at Pennsylvania State University and the University of Maryland. Early in her career, she taught in public schools. She also worked for the University of Maryland's Upward Bound program. This program helps students prepare for college.

Working for the Community

From 1983 to 1994, Dorothy F. Bailey held important jobs. She worked for different government groups in Prince George's County. She was the executive director of the Consumer Protection Commission. This group helps protect people who buy things. She also directed community partnerships. This meant she helped connect different groups in the community.

In 1994, she was chosen to be on the Prince George's County Council. She served there for eight years. She was the council's chairman for two terms. She was also the vice chairman three times. After leaving the council, she continued to help her community. She worked as a parent liaison for the Prince George's County Public Schools. A parent liaison helps connect parents with the school system.

Creating Community Programs

In 2001, Dorothy F. Bailey was elected to a national group. This group is called the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). She is also the president of its local chapter. In 2002, she started the Harlem Remembrance Foundation. She led this foundation from 2003 to 2011.

The Harlem Renaissance Festival

The Harlem Remembrance Foundation holds the yearly Harlem Renaissance Festival. Dorothy F. Bailey thought of this idea. She wanted to show the amazing art and culture of African Americans. This was especially true during the Harlem Renaissance time period. The festival also shows the work of local artists today. Thousands of people visit the festival each year. It features poetry, dance, art, and live jazz music. Famous people like actor Clifton Powell have performed there. Jazz singer Jean Carne has also performed.

Dorothy F. Bailey also helped start other non-profit groups. These include the LEARN Foundation. She also helped create the Kiamsha Youth Empowerment Organization. Another group she helped start is the Royal Bafokeng Sister City Friendship Committee. She has also served on the boards of the National Council of Negro Women.

Awards and Recognitions

Dorothy F. Bailey has received many awards for her hard work.

• She was added to the Maryland Women's Hall of Fame in 2014.
• She received the Gladys Noon Spellman Award for Public Service.
• In 1999, she won an NAACP Image Award for Political Activism.
• She received the Bethune Recognition Award. This award is from the The National Council of Negro Women.
• In 2013, she was named Alumnus of the Year by North Carolina Central University.
• She was added to the Prince George's County Women's Hall of Fame in 1996.
• In 1991, she received an honorary Doctorate of Divinity. This was from Riverside Baptist College and Seminary.

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