Announcements
Until Justice Just Is
Until Justice Just Is (UJJI) is YWCA’s annual national campaign to deepen awareness, spark conversation, and inspire collective action around the most pressing issues facing our communities. This year’s theme — Democracy in Progress: Voting Rights at 250 — challenges us to: Reflect honestly on the progress made in expanding access to the ballot Recognize…
Read MoreYWCA Closed 2/16
YWKids and YWCA Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, February 16 for the holiday. We will return to our regular hours on Tuesday, February 17.
Read MoreYWCA Closed 6/19 and 6/20
The YWCA offices and YWKids will be closed June 19 and 20 to celebrate the holiday
Read MoreGail Fortes Graduates from SouthCoast LEADS
Our Executive Director, Gail Fortes, has graduated from her SouthCoast LEADS Fellowship! SouthCoast LEADS (Leaders Engaged and Activated to Drive Systems Change) Fellows represent a variety of sectors including the business community, public institutions, and a wide range of non-profits spanning the arts, healthcare, recovery, education, and other community services. Through LEADS programming, the fellows…
Read MoreYWCA Closed Monday, April 21, 2025
The YWCA administrative office and YWKids will be closed for Patriot’s Day on Monday, April 21, 2025. We’ll be operating our usual hours again on Tuesday.
Read MoreHeadshots for a Cause
Headshots for a Cause Saturday, April 26, 2025 11AM – 3PM $45 Student Member $75 Student with ID $100 Member $150 Non-Member YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 Refresh your professional image and support YWCA SEMA’s vital community services. 5-10 minute mini-session, 5 high-res images 10-15 minute makeup touch ups…
Read MoreUntil Justice Just Is 2025
Every year in April, the YWCA hosts a racial justice challenge, where we build community and raise awareness about the impacts of institutional and structural racism. JOIN HERE This year our theme is Equity in Action: Exposing Myths and Redefining Justice. Our topics will be: Age of Misinformation & Disinformation Interpersonal Racism The American Dream…
Read MoreBaby Sitting Course
Wednesday April 23, 2025 9:30AM – 3:00PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 This workshop will give youth (age 11-15) the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers and school age children and start their own babysitting business. Certificates and lunch provided. $25 per person Register by April 16…
Read MoreAnnouncing Our New Mental Health Program
“There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t” (John Green) The YWCA is excited to announce the beginning of our new Mental Health Program. Our program offers many mental health services, including individualised and group counseling. We have a master’s level clinician on staff, who is fully committed to providing services and…
Read MoreWomen of Distinction Nominations Open
Nominations for the 2025 Women of Distinction Awards are open! Nominate a Woman of Distinction here. Learn more about the event here. Nominees for this award are women who: – Strongly support and promote the YWCA Mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. – Demonstrate strong and growing commitment to the community through her time…
Read More