Lesson 72 of 84 · Reform Movements
⭐ 30 XPThe Settlement House Movement
The Settlement House Movement emerged in the late 19th century as a response to the challenges faced by immigrants and the urban poor in rapidly industrializing cities.
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The Settlement House Movement emerged in the late 19th century as a response to the challenges faced by immigrants and the urban poor in rapidly industrializing cities. Settlement houses provided essential services such as education, healthcare, and job training, aiming to improve the lives of community members. Prominent figures like Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr founded Hull House in Chicago, which became a model for similar institutions across the country. The movement emphasized the importance of social reform through community engagement, fostering a sense of solidarity among diverse populations, and promoting social justice.
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The Settlement House Movement began in the late 19th century.
Hull House, founded by Jane Addams, served as a model for settlement houses.
Settlement houses provided education, healthcare, and job training.
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