Women of Distinction 2023

The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards inspire others to achieve by recognizing the leadership of women in a variety of areas. YWCA Women of Distinction have brought key issues facing women, girls, and people of color to the forefront. The awards recognize outstanding women in Southeastern Massachusetts whose lives and accomplishments reflect the YWCA’s Mission of…

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Member Mixer Event

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 AT 5 PM At the YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth Street, New Bedford MA 02740 Drinks, raffle, speakers, hors d’oeuvres and more! Learn about the YWCA, its Mission and Programs, and what it means to be a member.

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2023 Women of Distinction Nominations

The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards inspire others to achieve by recognizing the leadership of women in a variety of arenas. YWCA Women of Distinction have brought key issues facing women, girls and people of color to the forefront. The awards recognize outstanding women in Southeastern Massachusetts whose lives and accomplishments reflect the YWCA’s Mission…

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20th Anniversary of the Red Dress Fashion Show

The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is holding its 20th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the Century House in Acushnet. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about heart disease in women and raise funds to support our HEARTplus Program. All proceeds from this fundraiser will…

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Free Digital Literacy Workshops

Digital Literacy Workshop Flyer

Join us for these free digital literacy workshops! Starting with google suite, we will cover Resume writing, writing cover letters, and interviewing skills. Attend all or one, the choice is up to you. Take advantage of this opportunity and register Here.

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Stand Against Racism Challenge: Debrief Session

sar challenge debrief may 3 at 12pm

The Stand Against Racism Challenge is designed to create dedicated time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of race, power, privilege, and leadership. We know these discussions can be difficult and can bring up powerful emotions, but your commitment to increasing your awareness is what will help…

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SAR: Panel Discussion on Reproductive Justice

Panel Discussion on Reproductive Justice

We are very excited to partner with YWCA Rhode Island for this Stand Against Racism event. The Panel Discussion on Reproductive Justice will take place on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 6 – 7PM. Moderated by: Marlene Cerritos-Rivas, Health Equity Program Manager, Partners in Health Panelists include: Soraya Dossantos, Founder, Maternal Nurturing Collective Samia Walker,…

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