Alice Salomon was a pioneering German social reformer, sociologist, and feminist who lived from 1872 to 1948. She is best known for her contributions to social work education and her advocacy for social justice and women's rights.
Salomon was born on 19 April 1872, in Berlin, Germany. She studied economics, history, and sociology at the University of Berlin, where she became involved in social reform movements. She was particularly interested in issues related to poverty, inequality, and women's rights.
In 1908, Alice Salomon founded the first school of social work in Germany, the Soziale Frauenschule (Social Women's School), in Berlin. The school played a pioneering role in professionalizing social work and providing education and training for social workers.
Salomon was also actively involved in advocating for social reform and women's rights. She was a member of various organizations and committees focused on issues such as labor rights, social welfare, and gender equality. She played a significant role in promoting legislation to improve working conditions and protect women and children in the labor force.
During the Nazi regime in Germany, Alice Salomon was persecuted as a Jew and forced to flee the country. She spent the latter part of her life in the United States, where she continued to advocate for social justice and women's rights until her death in New York City on 30 August 1948.
Alice Salomon's legacy as a social reformer and pioneer in social work education continues to be celebrated today. She is remembered as a visionary leader who dedicated her life to fighting for a more just and equitable society.
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