Oral History Interview with Susilamma Joy

DESCRIPTION
Oral history interview with Susilamma Joy, conducted by Philadelphia Fellow Sherry Thomas.

Susilamma Joy lives in Holland, Pennsylvania. For decades, she was a nurse at Temple Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She discusses the familiar journey of many Malayali women in the 1970s who immigrated to the United States and pursued a nursing career. She recalls what it was like raising three children with her husband, who was also working. She discusses the highs and lows of building her life, including some regrets, and what she is most proud of.

AUDIO
Duration: 00:47:04

ADDITIONAL METADATA
Date: August 25, 2022
Subject(s): Susilamma Joy
Type: Oral History
Language: English
Creator: Sherry Thomas
Location: Holland, Pennsylvania

PROVENANCE
Collection: Sherry Thomas Fellowship Project
Item History: 2024-02-28 (created); 2024-04-16 (modified)

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