Richmond, Mary Ellen
(1861–1928)
Richmond, Mary Ellen
(1861–1928)
- John F. LongresJohn F. LongresSchool of Social Work, University of Washington, Emeritus
Summary
Mary Ellen Richmond (1861–1928) formulated the first comprehensive statement of direct social work practice principles. She founded the Public Charities Association, the juvenile court, and the Housing Association, and helped to develop teaching materials for Charity Organization Societies nationwide.
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- Biographies