Heritage for the Blind of San Diego

HistoryIn the early 1970's there were few women lawyers in San Diego County. However, San Diego was the focus of the movement in California to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, which faced opposition in the State Senate. The 24 practicing women lawyers in San Diego at that time formed a new bar association to provide a vehicle to address issues of gender discrimination in the law, in the profession, and in the community. This group challenged sexism as the norm and refused to be excluded from the bench, bar, board, or from having lunch a downtown restaurant, The Grant Grill, where the

The Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation, established in San Diego, CA, is dedicated to carrying on the legacy of Thomas C. Ackerman, a highly respected attorney known for his commitment to the community. With a focus on the greater good, the foundation provides grants to support various causes and initiatives that benefit the San Diego area. Thomas C. Ackerman, a distinguished lawyer and philanthropist, founded the foundation, which has been operating for over three decades. Ackerman's passion for the law and his deep sense of community continue to guide the foundation's mission, ensuring that it remains dedicated to making a positive impact in San Diego.Generated from the website