In this photograph, First Lady Rosalynn Carter chairs a hearing on mental health on January 17, 1978. Mrs. Carter was appointed the honorary chair of the President's Commission on Mental Health by her husband, President Jimmy Carter, in 1977. During her time in the White House, Mrs. Carter dedicated her time focusing on the issues surrounding mental health, childhood immunization, and advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment, among many other initiatives.

This photograph of First Lady Betty Ford working at her desk in the East Wing of the White House was taken by David Hume Kennerly on June 28, 1975. Her desk featured a special "Don't Tread On Me" E.R.A. flag. On September 4, 1974, during her first press conference as first lady, she expressed support for the Equal Rights Amendment (E.R.A.), which, if passed, would have guaranteed legal equality for American citizens, regardless of sex. She continued to support the passage of the amendment throughout her time in the White House, calling senators, traveling across the country to lobby for ratification, and participating in women’s conferences and meetings. With his wife’s encouragement, in 1975, President Gerald R. Ford created the National Commission on the Observance of International Women’s Year by executive order.

In this photograph, Vice President Al Gore participates in the 1993 Nike Capital Challenge Race in Washington, D.C. The annual 3-mile race is held in Washington, D.C. to benefit charitable organizations such as the Special Olympics D.C. and Junior Achievement USA. Participant teams typically include members of Congress, federal judges, government officials, and media personalities. In 2004, the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) became the official sponsor of the event. An avid jogger, Gore took part in the race ten times between 1985 and 1998.

This photograph shows Second Lady Tipper Gore with attendees at an event for the Society for the Advancement of Women's Health Research in 1992. As Second Lady, Mrs. Gore worked on a variety of issues related to physical and mental health, including HIV/AIDS awareness, mental health services for those affected by homelessness, and youth fitness.

This photograph was taken by Chuck Kennedy on June 25, 2014, during a Joining Forces initiative tea hosted by Second Lady Dr. Jill Biden for spouses of senior military leaders at the vice president's residence at the United States Naval Observatory. The Joining Forces initiative was launched by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Biden in 2011 to support the needs of service members, veterans, and their families through access to wellness, education, and employment opportunities. As first lady, Dr. Biden continued to support military families through the Joining Forces initiative. Here, First Lady Michelle Obama speaks to attendees of the tea.

In this photograph, taken by Kevin Smith on January 18, 1968, American singer and actress Eartha Kitt questions President Lyndon B. Johnson during a "Women Doers" luncheon hosted by First Lady Lady Bird Johnson. Mrs. Johnson hosted the luncheon series to encourage discussion of the roles women could take to address various social issues. The topic for the January 18 luncheon was "Crime on the Streets." Kitt, who was invited to speak at the luncheon due to her work with at-risk youth, defended anti-Vietnam War protestors and spoke critically on President Johnson's policies regarding taxes, social welfare, and childcare. Due to her remarks, Kitt faced media backlash and career repercussions that lasted several decades.

In this photograph, taken on October 4, 1989, First Lady Barbara Bush speaks with Representative Joseph P. Kennedy II at the landing of the Grand Staircase as guests watch from the Entrance Hall during the National Children's Tour at the White House. The Bush family's springer spaniel, Millie, stands on the staircase. During the tour, Mrs. Bush was presented with gifts from nonprofit organizations including the Special Olympics. The Special Olympics were founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in 1968. Shriver was the sister of President John F. Kennedy and the aunt of Representative Joseph P. Kennedy II.

In this photograph, taken on October 4, 1989, First Lady Barbara Bush receives a "Special Olympics" t-shirt from a young visitor during the National Children's Tour at the White House. Joining Mrs. Bush is Representative Joseph P. Kennedy II (D-Massachusetts), nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of the Special Olympics. Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded the Special Olympics in honor of her mentally handicapped sister, Rosemary Kennedy. Also pictured in this photograph seated on the landing of the Grand Staircase is the Bush family's springer spaniel, Millie.

In this photograph, taken by Andrea Hanks on July 18, 2019, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump admire a jersey during a meeting in the Oval Office with American athletes who participated in the 2019 Special Olympics World Games. Behind the Resolute Desk at left, Vice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence hold aloft a second jersey, with the assistance of basketball player Matthew Millet. The United States was one of 200 nations that competed in the 2019 Special Olympics World Games, that were held in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. It was the first Special Olympics to be held in the Middle East. The international program was founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of President John F. Kennedy, to celebrate their sister Rosemary Kennedy by providing opportunities to build confidence, connection, and independence for people with mental disabilities through sports.

In this photograph, taken on December 17, 1998, Eunice Kennedy Shriver speaks during a White House dinner hosted on the South Grounds by President Bill Clinton and First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton in support of the 30th anniversary of the Special Olympics. Shriver, sister of former President John F. Kennedy, founded the Special Olympics to honor the legacy of their sister, Rosemary Kennedy. The entertainment portion of the dinner was hosted by actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg and included performances of holiday favorites by popular performers including Jon Bon Jovi, Mary J. Blige, Sheryl Crow, Vanessa Williams, Run-D.M.C., Eric Clapton, Tracy Chapman, and John Popper.

In this photograph, taken by Michael Evans on October 2, 1982, President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan deliver a national radio address on drug abuse and crime during a working vacation to Camp David. During her husband's presidency, Nancy Reagan's main initiative was taking an active role in the War on Drugs, creating the "Just Say No" campaign to educate youth about the dangers of drugs and drug abuse.

This photograph of First Lady Pat Nixon with Dorothy Anderson and Sean McCombs, patients at the Washington Hospital for Sick Children, was taken on October 21, 1971 during the administration of Richard M. Nixon. Mrs. Nixon had the first wheelchair ramps installed in the Executive Mansion for use by disabled or elderly visitors.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here speaking at the event, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led her to launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here speaking at the event, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led her to launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here speaking at the event, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led her to launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Seen here are representatives from FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day, and members of the White House kitchen staff including White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford and Assistant Pastry Chef Susan "Susie" E. Morrison. Mrs. Obama first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here speaking at the event, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led her to launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here speaking at the event, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led her to launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here hugging two children participating in the planting, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here gardening with schoolchildren, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here gardening with schoolchildren, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here gardening with schoolchildren, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph by Matthew D'Agostino was taken at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama on April 2, 2014. Mrs. Obama, seen here gardening with schoolchildren, first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph of children at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on April 2, 2014. First Lady Michelle Obama, who first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating, hosted the event. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.

This photograph of children at the sixth annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden was taken by Matthew D'Agostino on April 2, 2014. First Lady Michelle Obama, who first planted the Kitchen Garden in 2009 as part of her initiative to promote healthy eating, hosted the event. That 2009 planting eventually led to her launch her "Let's Move" initiative. The 2014 planting welcomed local students from Cleveland Elementary School, Friendship Public Charter School, Kimball Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School, and Harriet Tubman Elementary School. Mrs. Obama also hosted the founders and staff at FoodCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching young children about healthy food while providing access to that food during the school day.