Michael Rowntree
Michael Hotham Rowntree (16 February 1919 – 23 September 2007) was a British journalist and social campaigner. He was involved with Oxfam for 60 years, serving as chairman between 1971 and 1977 and Chair Emeritus from 1991.
Early life
Rowntree was the son of
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At the end of the war, he married Anna Crosfield, a textiles' artist. They went on to have three children.[2]
Professional life
Rowntree's first post-war job was as a journalist at the
Rowntree was involved in many other organisations, including chairing for a time the
Oxfam
Rowntree worked with Oxfam for 60 years, beginning in 1947. He became a committee member in 1951, a trustee in 1952, and was chairman from 1971 to 1977. He became Chair Emeritus in 1991, one of only two honoured with that position.[2]
Personal life
He enjoyed walking in the North York Moors, and was a keen birdwatcher. He retired to Yorkshire in 1981. He was survived by his wife, two daughters and a son.[3]
References
- ^ ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
- ^ a b c "Michael Rowntree". www.yorkshirepost.co.uk. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
- ^ a b Oxford mail obituary