Events
YWCA Board Leadership Program
Saturday October 26, 2024
8:30am - 4:30pm
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts
20 South Sixth Street, New Bedford, MA
A FREE one day workshop open to all who have never served on a board and are interested to learn more!
Enrollment focused on diverse communities: BIPOC, LGBTQ+, under 30, disabled/neurodivergent, etc. who have not yet served on a Board of Directors.
Includes a panel of nonprofit, public and private sector experts in the field that will give real life experiences about serving on a board.
Only 25 spots available, first come, first serve!
Contact 508-999-3255 or info@ywcasema.org with questions
Babysitting Course
June 19, 2024
9:30am - 3:30pm
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts
20 South Sixth St, New Bedford, MA 02740
$25 per person
This workshop will give youth (11+) the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers, and school-age children and start their own babysitting business.
Certificates and lunch provided
Babysitting Course
April 19, 2024
9am - 3pm
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts
20 South Sixth St, New Bedford, MA 02740
$25 per person
This workshop will give youth (11+) the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers, and school-age children and start their own babysitting business.
Certificates and lunch provided
RSVP to Mariah Tarentino mtarentino@ywcasema.org
21st Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
Thursday February 29, 2024
5:30 PM at Century House
107 S Main St, Acushnet, MA 02743
Heart Disease is the #1 killer of American women, but it does not have to be. The event will educate women about their risk of heart disease, provide them with information on how to speak with their health care provider and tell them how heart disease has affected the lives of women like them. The YWCA HEARTplus Program focuses on outreach, education, raising awareness and increasing understanding of the risks of cardiovascular disease, particularly among women of color, older women and low-income women. This program also assists women with obtaining health screenings necessary for them to identify their own personal risk.
The YWCA is an active participant in the National Heart Truth Red Dress Project. The Red Dress Project includes a collection of dresses from America’s most prestigious designers. The dresses symbolize the fact that heart disease is a women’s health issue, as well as a man’s. The YWCA Red Dress Fashion Show includes a collection of red dresses from a variety of local stores. Models for this event are recruited from the community and are reflective of the population served by the YWCA.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Southcoast Health
Lifestream
Bristol County Savings Bank
Bank5
Sylvia Group
Girls Leadership Conference
The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is proud to announce the Girl’s Leadership Conference 2023.
Join us at Andrea McCoy Recreation Center on September 30th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day of empowerment, growth, and connection.
In partnership with organizations from across New Bedford, we’re excited to offer this event. This conference is designed for 12 to 14-year-old girls, aiming to cultivate leadership skills, foster social-emotional learning, and engage in exciting STEM challenges. Get ready for an uplifting experience that will leave you feeling confident, capable, and ready to embrace your potential. Register now and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women's Advocacy Day
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
At the MA Statehouse
Rally for legislation that supports women and girls across the Commonwealth.
-Speak with legislators about issues that affect you, your family, and your community.
-Learn about our legislative progress and our legislative priorities including: paid family and medical leave, equality in disability insurance, childcare for candidates, and more.
-Hear from elected officials about the status of women’s access to equality and opportunities in Massachusetts. We encourage you to bring your colleagues, friends, and families!
Bus will leave the YWCA at 8am. We will be back around 4pm
Register HERE
Brunch, mimosas, raffle, favor crafts, and bouquet making.
For moms and their loved ones of all ages and stages!
Get your tickets at givebutter.com/ywcamoms
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 benefit the YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts.
Purchase tickets and participate in the auction at bit.ly/ywred23!
Heart Disease is the #1 killer of American women, but it does not have to be. The event will educate women about their risk of heart disease, provide them with information on how to speak with their health care provider and tell them how heart disease has affected the lives of women like them. The YWCA HEARTplus Program focuses on outreach, education, raising awareness and increasing understanding of the risks of cardiovascular disease, particularly among women of color, older women and low-income women. This program also assists women with obtaining health screenings necessary for them to identify their own personal risk.
The YWCA is an active participant in the National Heart Truth Red Dress Project. The Red Dress Project includes a collection of dresses from America’s most prestigious designers. The dresses symbolize the fact that heart disease is a women’s health issue, as well as a man’s. The YWCA Red Dress Fashion Show includes a collection of red dresses from a variety of local stores. Models for this event are recruited from the community and are reflective of the population served by the YWCA.
As part of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Month, YWCA Southeastern MA and All Hands In will host an informative conversation about the urgent issues of human trafficking happening right here in New Bedford and MA.
Thursday January 26 5:30-7:30 PM here at the YWCA 20 South Sixth Street in New Bedford.