Stand Against Racism 2021 – Recap

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for YWCA Spokane’s annual courageous conversation. Last Thursday, April 22nd, we held Stand Against Racism 2021: Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis. There were performances of rap, song, and spoken word by local artists and a panel of experts in the field of nursing and public health. …

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Celebrate Mother’s Day With Hope Stones Jewelry

| By Andrew Goodwin
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Purchase custom jewelry made by women served at ywca spokane Pieces will be sold at New Leaf Cafe in the YWCA Spokane Lobby between 9am-1pm on April 29-30 and May 6-7 Stop by New Leaf Cafe to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for the moms in your life. YWCA Spokane will be selling our …

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A Stand Against Racism Reflection

| By Briana Berner
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for YWCA Spokane’s annual courageous conversation. On April 22nd, we held Stand Against Racism 2021: Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis. There were performances of rap, song, and spoken word by local artists and a panel of experts in the field of nursing and public health. The …

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Take Action

| By Erica Schreiber
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Keep Up The Momentum After Stand Against Racism Today, we held our annual Stand Against Racism event where we engaged in open, honest dialog with Spokane community members about racial and social justice issues. Over 400 Spokane community members registered to join our free, virtual event, and many expressed that they plan to watch the …

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Statement Post Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict

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YWCA SPOKANE PUBLIC STATEMENT Until Justice Just Is. Today, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter for the 2020 killing of George Floyd. This verdict offers a moment of respite and hope for many, yet we know that much more needs to be done to …

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