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Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Donor Plaques

GPS Coordinates: 38.6819724, -77.2530393
Closest Address: 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079

Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Donor Plaques

Here follows the inscription written on this roadside marker:

Turning Point Suffragist Memorial
Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Association
— [Donor plaques] —

[The donor plaques feature sections that contain some historical information. Only these sections have been transcribed:]

Tonya Trishele Norwood: In 1913 22 Black Women, founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. marched in solidarity, but not in unity, with the movement. May we move forward in unity, knowing we are stronger and wiser together.

[…]

Sonya Nichole Robinson: In honor of the 22 Black Women Founders of the illustrious Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., who thought it not strange to challenge inequity, become symbols for innovation, and stand for the rights of others.

[…]

Brenda Joyce Fisher Norwood: The most beautiful thing worn is confidence! In 1913, 22 Black Women, founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., marched in solidarity, confident that they could make a change. A change for betterment of all women!

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