Jane Adams
Founded the Hull House in Chicago, 1889. It was a settlement house that helped take care of immigrants until they could find a job.
Jane Adams was a social reformer, advocate for women’s rights, and the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. She was born in 1860 in Cedarville, Illinois and grew up in a wealthy family.
Adams became interested in social reform while attending college and later traveled to Europe to learn more about social work. In 1889, she co-founded Hull House in Chicago, which provided social and educational services to immigrants and working-class families in the area.
Through her work at Hull House, Adams advocated for improving living conditions, protecting children and workers, and promoting women’s suffrage. She also supported peace efforts, speaking out against World War I and advocating for disarmament and international cooperation.
Adams was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931 for her work in promoting peace and social justice. Her legacy continues to inspire social workers and activists today.
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