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How to be an Ally to Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

October 20, 2020
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and at YWCA we’re shining a light on gender-based violence all month, including during YWCA’s Week Without Violence (10/18-10/24). Today we’re focusing on how we can all better support survivors of domestic, intimate partner, and gender-based violence.

Worried about your ballot? Here’s the safest way to vote

October 13, 2020
You've gotten registered, you've researched the candidates, and now you're ready to vote. But what is the best way to turn in your ballot and follow its journey to make sure your vote gets counted? We cover all of your options so you know the steps to take.

Women Rising Boldly at YWCA’s Luncheon

October 7, 2020
September 10 marked YWCA’s first ever online Luncheon, gathering together community members from across our region and beyond. Thank you for joining us to celebrate Women Rising Boldly!

What is the School-to-Prison Pipeline?

September 29, 2020
Our education system should be empowering students to achieve their dreams, but for Black students, schools can instead create inequities that block their success. One of the major ways this occurs is through the school-to-prison pipeline.

Teaching Race & Social Justice Through a Free Library

September 28, 2020
On Juneteenth of this year, our staff at the Pathways for Women YWCA location in Lynnwood unveiled a Little Free Library dedicated to race and social justice literature as well as uplifting Black women and girls as authors.

Remembering RBG & Defending Democracy

September 23, 2020
As YWCAs across the country mourn the loss of Justice Ginsburg, we are determined to continue carrying out her legacy as a principled, dignified defender of justice for all.
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