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Women of Distinction Nominations Open

April 1, 2026

Nominations for the 2026 Women of Distinction Awards are open! This year we are also accepting nominations for the Spirit of Leadership Award. Nominate a…

Until Justice Just Is

March 27, 2026

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…

Red Dress Auction Now Live!

March 23, 2026

The wait is over! The 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show Online Auction is officially LIVE, and your chance to snag incredible items while supporting…

Seeking Young Women’s Opinions!

March 19, 2026

We are seeking young women’s opinions for programming! Your voice shapes what comes next, choose a session or take the survey.  Young Women’s Programming Focus…

Healthy Boundaries Lunch & Learn

March 18, 2026

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA  FREE EVENT – RSVP A free workshop about…

Thank you to all who attended our International Women’s Day Brunch

March 11, 2026

We are still glowing from the energy at our International Women’s Day Networking Brunch! On March 8th, over 45 incredible individuals gathered at the Lighthouse…

Caregiver Support Info Session

March 2, 2026

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 FREE EVENT – RSVP Join us…

YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts receives $100,000 from the philanthropic arm of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, Point32Health Foundation

March 2, 2026

New Bedford – March 2, 2026 – YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, an organization that eliminates racism and empowers women, received a $100,000 grant from Point32Health Foundation.…

YWCA Closed 2/23 – 2/27

February 22, 2026

The YWCA Offices and YWKids will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026 due to the storm. Stay safe and warm! Update: Due to ongoing…

YWCA Closed 2/16

February 12, 2026

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.

March Board Leadership Training Program Now Accepting Applications!

February 10, 2026

Saturday, March 21, 2026 9AM – 3PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 $50, limited scholarships available A one day…

Mayors Youth Council Leadership Academy

February 9, 2026

New Bedford Mayor’s Youth Council 11th Annual Leadership Academy  February 17 – 19 9am – 3pm YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts FREE Register here The New Bedford…

International Women’s Day Brunch

February 5, 2026

International Women’s Day Networking Brunch Sunday March 8, 2026 11 am – 2 pm  Lighthouse Tavern ( 578 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA) $35 Buy…

YWKids Closed

January 26, 2026

YWKids will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th for professional development. YWCA administrative offices will be open during our normal operating hours.

YWCA Closed January 26

January 25, 2026

The YWCA Offices and YWKids will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026 due to the storm. Stay safe and warm!

YWCA Closed January 19

January 14, 2026

YWKids and YWCA Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will return to our regular hours on…

Tickets on Sale Now! 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show

January 12, 2026

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…

Introducing our new Board Executives

January 5, 2026

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…

Estate Planning Info Session

January 2, 2026

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…

YWCA Closed 12/24 – 1/4

December 22, 2025

The YWCA administrative offices and YWKids will be closed December 24 – January 4th for the holiday break. We will resume our normal hours on…