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Dartmouth Community Television: Voices of Women Oscars 2019

February 24, 2019

Dartmouth Community Television’s, Voices of Women, hosted by Gail Fortes, invited 4 women on the show to discuss the Bechdel Test for the show’s “Oscars 2019 Special.” …

1420 WBSM: YWCA SOUTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS RED DRESS FASHION SHOW

February 24, 2019

YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is holding its 16th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show to raise awareness of heart disease in women. All proceeds from the event benefit the YWCA…

YWkids will be CLOSED: Tuesday, February 12, 2019

February 11, 2019

Due to impending weather and early dismissal from New Bedford Public Schools tomorrow, Tuesday, February 12, 2019, YWkids will be CLOSED.  

YWCA hiring for YWkids Program Director

January 29, 2019

Do you enjoy working with children, families and are ready to put your leadership skills to good use? YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is now hiring for…

16th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show

January 22, 2019

YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is holding its 16th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show to raise awareness of heart disease in women.   All proceeds from the event benefit the YWCA HEARTplus Program.  …

Under One Roof: This is what is happening this week!

January 10, 2019

What an extraordinary journey it has been to see the plans for the Under One Roof blue prints made into a tangible reality. For the…

Voices of Women: Leading Ladies Launch

January 9, 2019

Dartmouth Community Television’s talk show, Voices of Women hosted by YWCA Executive Director, Gail Fortes interviewed four women from the Leading Ladies program. The Leading Ladies…

Closing the Gender Gap in Tech in New Bedford!

December 10, 2018

      Dear Friend, “I really like the staff and the new friends I’ve made. They’ve helped make school so much better.” – Victoria,…

From YWCA USA: YWCA USA Unveils Key Findings on Women’s Priorities During Critical GOTV Period

October 29, 2018

October 1, 2018 Economic Concerns, Gender- and Race-Based Discrimination and Sexual Harassment, Healthcare, and Gun Violence Top the List October 1, 2018 Catherine Beane 703.608.1404…

From SouthCoast Today! Letter: Women telling their assault stories will empower them.

October 17, 2018

Posted on October 15, 2018 at 6:46 “The last week has seen scores of women coming out.  Not women coming out in the sense of…

Save the date and vote on November 6, 2018! Ballot question information available.

October 3, 2018

  On November 6, 2018,  polling stations will be open across the state of Massachusetts.  As part of the YWCA mission to eliminate racism, empower…

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 3, 2018

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, “An average of 20 people per minute experience intimate partner physical…

Voter Registration: Deadline to register to vote is October 17, 2018!

September 21, 2018

  YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts has collaborated nationally with other organizations  to register people to vote for National Voter Registration Day! National Voter Registration Day began…

Become a member of the YWCA today!

July 18, 2018

Please become a YWmember today and help improve the lives of people throughout southeastern Massachusetts. Through your individual contribution of $25.00, the YWCA is able…

YWCA USA: Families Belong Together- Stop Traumatizing Children

June 25, 2018

Families Belong Together: Stop Traumatizing Children June 20, 2018 “Donde esta mi mamita? Donde esta mi tia? Dile que me portare bien.” “Where is my…

Voices of Women: Women’s Advocacy Day 2018

June 11, 2018

Dartmouth Community Television’s show, “Voices of Women” hosted by Gail Fortes, filmed the Women’s Advocacy Day segment on May 16, 2018. Women’s Advocacy Day took…

YWCA Highlighted in the Children’s Investment Fund Newsletter!

June 11, 2018

Please click the link below to read the full article! “ “On April 27, the YWCA of Southeastern MA hosted a groundbreaking event at its…

2018 Women of Distinction Awards

June 11, 2018

          The 2018 Women of Distinction Awards was held on May 30, 2018 at Rachel’s Lakeside! The food was delicious and…

YWCA Board Vice President, Melissa Costa helps police force keep at-risk youth out of jail.

May 25, 2018

YWCA Board Vice President was highlighted in the Turn to 10 news. NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — “The New Bedford Police Department is helping at-risk…

YWCA Under One Roof Campaign: We have broken ground!

April 30, 2018

From SouthCoast Today: YWCA rejoices as expansion set to start Monday in New Bedford! NEW BEDFORD – Jovial voices filled the yard at the YWCA…