Summary:
This series documents Nelson Merced's involvement in a variety of subjects including AIDS education, neighborhood development in Boston, and the Puerto Rican community in the United States. The series also reflects his involvement in non-legislative organizations. The material reflects Merced's work with La Alianza Hispana, the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative, the Hispanic Office of Planning and Evaluation, the Mauricio Gaston Institute, the Boston Foundation, and the William Monroe Trotter Institute. Topics documented include community development, care for the elderly, unions, and youth and family services. Records include reports, newspaper clippings, agendas, minutes, notes, newsletters, video recordings, and fliers. Researchers should note that some items are in Spanish, including the "Reviviendo las Tradiciones" documentary.
Dates
- Creation: n.d., 1971-1992 (bulk 1988-1992)
Creator
- From the Collection: Merced, Nelson (Person)
Language of Materials
The collection is primarily in English; some materials are in Spanish.
Conditions Governing Access:
The collection is unrestricted.
Extent
From the Collection: 12.50 cubic feet (14 containers, 3 flat file folders)
Arrangement:
Alphabetical
Physical Description
4.50 cubic ft. (4.5 boxes)
Repository Details
Part of the Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections Repository