Month: January 2024
Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series Each month, YWCA Spokane spotlights an organization or individual in our community that is aligned with our mission so we can highlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. 48 min. watch February Spotlight April Eberhardt,…
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This January, YWCA Spokane CEO, Jeanette Hauck, and the Co-Chair of our Legislative Advocacy Committee and YWCA Director of Grants and Contracts, Liz Backstrom, went to Olympia to participate in DV Advocacy Day 2024. This annual effort is led by the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) and is…
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This January we held our second annual self-care summit for youth in Spokane. The Self-Care Summit (previously called Transformations Self-Care Celebrations) is a special one day conference for youth that is provided through a partnership between YWCA Spokane and SWAG (Strong Women Achieving Greatness). The summit is centered on promoting…
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It was a cold and clear day to reflect and march in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s legacy. Through powerful songs and speeches, the rally emphasized the importance of continuing the work that Dr. King started. It’s been over 60 years since Dr. King’s iconic “I Have A…
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Event Info | 2024 Keynote Speaker | Nominations | Event Sponsorship | Become a Table Captain YWCA SPOKANE IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE 2024 WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT AWARD HONOREES These 8 outstanding local women will be honored in the community throughout February and March, leading up to YWCA Spokane’s 42nd Annual Women of Achievement Awards Ceremony…
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WOA 2024 | Honorees |Nominations | Event Sponsorship | Become a Table Captain “Like all YWCA leaders, I believe in a world where all women and girls, especially women and girls of color, are free from racism and sexism, experience justice and equity, and are able to thrive.” – Margaret Mitchell We are proud to announce…
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Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series Each month, YWCA Spokane’s Equity Coordinator spotlights an organization or individual in our community that is aligned with our mission so we can highlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. 35 min. watch time January…
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A New Department Focused on Impact Founded in 2022, YWCA Spokane’s Community Engagement Department was created to help promote community collaboration and action that furthers the mission of the agency. After a year of growing and learning, the department is proud to share how their work has helped prevent future…
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Celebrating all of YWCA Spokane’s 2023 Visionary Leaders. A generous and caring community of donors who transformed lives by giving significant gifts of $1,000 or more.
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Thank You Each of our wonderful Board of Directors is so passionate about our community and dedicates their time, talent, and resources towards the fulfillment of our mission. On behalf of our team, those we serve, and our community we thank you for all you do! Heather Rosentrater is…
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About Our Sister’s Closet Our Sister’s Closet (OSC) is a free boutique of women’s clothing and necessities. It is available to anyone in the community who could benefit from this resource regardless of gender; clients do not have to prove income level or identify as survivors of intimate partner violence…
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