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March Board Leadership Training Program Now Accepting Applications!
Saturday, March 21, 2026 9AM – 3PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 $50, limited scholarships available A one day workshop open to all who have never served on a board and are interested to learn more! Enrollment is open to all but is focused on diverse communities: BIPOC, LGBTQ+,…
Read MoreMayors Youth Council Leadership Academy
New Bedford Mayor’s Youth Council 11th Annual Leadership Academy February 17 – 19 9am – 3pm YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts FREE Register here The New Bedford Mayor’s Youth Council is back with its 11th Annual Leadership Academy, and it’s the perfect way for 5th–8th graders to level up their skills over the February break. Lunch and…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day Brunch
International Women’s Day Networking Brunch Sunday March 8, 2026 11 am – 2 pm Lighthouse Tavern ( 578 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA) $35 Buy Tickets Here Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day by connecting with women across the region. Brunch buffet included with coffee, tea, and water. Cash bar for additional drinks. Gift…
Read MoreYWCA Closed January 26
The YWCA Offices and YWKids will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026 due to the storm. Stay safe and warm!
Read MoreTickets on Sale Now! 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show Thursday, February 26, 2026 5:30 PM Century House 107 S Main St, Acushnet, MA Tickets on sale now! Buy Tickets Here Members, models, designers, and stores – check your email for your discount codes! Heart Disease is the #1 killer of American women, but it does not have to…
Read MoreIntroducing our new Board Executives
We are excited to introduce you to our new Board Executives, starting on January 1, 2026. We are so grateful for their service and are exciting to work with them in the coming years! President, Shai Spinola-Ramos I am a proud fourth-generation Cape Verdean American, born and raised in New Bedford, where I still reside…
Read MoreEstate Planning Info Session
Estate Planning Info Session Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 PM FREE Zoom Register Here Learn about creating wills, estate planning tools, & how to leverage philanthropy to achieve your financial goals from a financial planning professional Questions? Contact mtarentino@ywcasema.org or call 508-999-3255
Read MoreYWCA Closed 12/24 – 1/4
The YWCA administrative offices and YWKids will be closed December 24 – January 4th for the holiday break. We will resume our normal hours on Monday, January 5th. See you all in 2026!
Read MoreSave the Date for the 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
Save the Date for the 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show! Thursday February 26, 2026 5:30 PM Century House, Acushnet, MA Tickets will be $100 per person, 10 people per table. Tickets will go on sale in early January.
Read MoreEmpower Your Community: Support the YWCA’s Annual Campaign
When you donate to the YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, you support your community. We know that our community is currently facing immense challenges. From threats to reproductive rights and setbacks in racial justice to a critical lack of affordable childcare and education, the obstacles are real. Yet, in the face of these hurdles, the resilience of…
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