Allie Latimer (Finding Aid)

Allie Latimer

Favorite Color: Red

Favorite Food: Ice Cream

Favorite Time of Year: Spring

Favorite Vacation Spot: Oman; Switzerland

Interview Length: 105 minutes

Interview Date(s): May 20, 2004

Interview Location(s): Washington, D.C.

Abstract

Attorney Allie Latimer details her family background, describing her mother, father, siblings, grandparents, and other ancestors. Latimer also shares memories of her childhood household and describes her childhood hometown in Alabama. Attorney Allie Latimer describes her childhood neighborhood in Montgomery, Alabama and recalls childhood friends and pastimes. Latimer then details her schooling from elementary through high school, and explains her decision to attend college. Latimer describes her time at Barber-Scotia College and Hampton University, and talks about her career aspirations after graduating from Hampton. Attorney Allie Latimer details her time spent as a volunteer in Europe before attending law school. Latimer explains the difficulties trying to take the bar exam in North Carolina following her degree, detailing her struggle with racial and gender discrimination. Latimer then describes her career as an attorney for the federal government, including her founding of the Federally Employed Women organization, dedicated to helping women overcome gender discrimination in federal employment. Attorney Allie Latimer details her accomplishments while working for the General Services Administration and explains how she helped to combat race and gender discrimination in the federal government. Latimer then talks about the time she has spent volunteering for various social organizations, including the Links. Latimer also reflects on her career, the meaning of being black in America, and shares her hopes and concerns for black Americans.

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