In recognition of the upcoming 2024 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, here’s a list of media resources that shine a light on the critical (and often overlooked) role of BIPOC women in the civil rights movement.
Since 1989, YWCA's BABES Network has worked to eliminate the stigma around HIV through education, outreach, advocacy, and more, reducing the isolation women living with HIV feel with their "sisterhood of support."
Our biases are a byproduct of our environment and background, and they influence our perception of the world. Although some people's bias manifests in the form of racism, bias can also result in subtler forms of discrimination called microaggressions.
For well over three decades, Epiphany Parish has been a steadfast supporter of YWCA's community, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of countless women and families.
As the first Black woman to be promoted to the position of Principal Dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland is an inspiration for many young BIPOC women. She has continued to create opportunities for others as a trailblazer in her field, and as an activist, she is continuously advocating for wider accessibility to the arts for all people.
We share the stories of our program participants, programs, and staff, as well as news about the agency and what’s happening in our King and Snohomish community.
