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ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT SERIES: Practical Digital Skills and Digital Literacy during COVID-19 ALTERNATING WEDNESDAYS ON ZOOM @ 6:00 PM REGISTER AT THE LINKS BELOW QUESTIONS? CONTACT JORDAN…
The YWCA remains at the forefront of addressing issues of racial and gender inequities. We are a member of a regional and national movement working…
Are you an artist, creative, culture bearer, cultural organizer, or community-based collaborator living or working in New Bedford? New Bedford Creative, in partnership with YWCA…
Thursday, February 25, 2021 6:30 pm on Zoom Tickets: $30 YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is hosting its 18th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show to raise awareness…
On Tuesday, January 5th, the Massachusetts Legislature passed maternal health legislation aimed to eliminate racial inequities in maternal health, led by black women and centering…
The scene that unfolded last week in our nation’s capital was a disgrace to our democracy and a bleak day for our nation. History will…
Catherine Bourassa, the YWCA’s Director of Programs and Services, has retired after 27 years with the YWCA. YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts staff and Board of Directors…
This Holiday season, show your support for the YWCA’s Until Justice Just Is campaign for racial justice Black unisex crew neck cotton t-shirts are available…
YWCA 2020 Annual Meeting Thursday, December 3rd, 2020 @ 6:00 pm FREE virtual event, donations are welcome The YWCA Annual Meeting features heartfelt stories of…
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…
MASSACHUSETTS BANKERS ASSOCIATION CHARITABLE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES RECORD 2020 COMMUNITY GRANTS BOSTON, Nov. 10, 2020 – The Massachusetts Bankers Association (MBA) announced today that the MBA…
United we stand. Together we act. Until Justice Just Is. Eliminating racism. Empowering women. Our mission lives in the soul of everyone at YWCA, because we…
Girls Exclusive is a free, high-quality afterschool & summer program for girls ages 10-14 in Southeastern Massachusetts. The goal of the program is to empower…
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…
This #BlackBusinessMonth, #BuyBlack in New Bedford BuyBlackNB is a new initiative dedicated to highlighting, discovering, and promoting Black-owned businesses in Southcoast Massachusetts. “In supporting local…
The YWCA Standish House administrative office is open daily from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, but we ask that you call or email ahead to…
Girls Exclusive is a quality afterschool & summer program for girls ages 10-14 in Southeastern Massachusetts. The goal of the program is to empower girls…
Monday June 22, 2020 On May 25, 2020, another Black man was lynched in America. George Floyd was murdered at the hands of the Minneapolis…
Linda Rose, YWCA SEMA Receptionist and Widowed Program Persons Director (WPP), has retired after 13 years with the YWCA. YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts staff and board…
Friday, June 12th, 2020 On May 25, 2020, another Black man was lynched in America. George Floyd was murdered at the hands of the Minneapolis…