In the News

Press releases and articles in the news about YWCA Spokane's work in the Spokane community

Current Press Releases

Jan 8, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Media Alert – YWCA Announces 2025 WOA Award Honorees at 1st Annual Reveal Party

Jan 7, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

YWCA Spokane Announces Nationwide Search for Chief Philanthropy Officer

YWCA Spokane is excited to announce the launch of a nationwide search for its next Chief Philanthropy Officer.

Jan 3, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Press Release – Annual Youth Self-Care Summit Celebrates Young Women Of Color

Since 2022, YWCA Spokane and Strong Women Achieving Greatness (SWAG) have offered the Youth Self-Care Summit. This is a transformative experience open to all youth ages 11-17, inclusive of all genders. Anyone is welcome to register as long as they are comfortable in a space that centers the experience of individuals who identify as young women of color.

Nov 1, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Spread Joy and Support to Local Families in Need

Spokane, WA. – YWCA Spokane is thrilled to announce the launch of Hope for the Holidays. This annual campaign aims to make the holidays a little brighter for those experiencing domestic violence, homelessness, and unemployment in our community.

News Articles

Dec 6, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

90 families to receive gifts through YWCA Spokane’s wish list program

Oct 23, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Fleeing abuse: Why domestic violence is the leading cause of homelessness for women

A survivor of domestic violence (DV) said that fleeing their abuser was like escaping a burning house, except the fire comes after you every day.

Oct 14, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

YWCA and YMCA Spokane work to revitalize community garden

SPOKANE, Wash. – YWCA Spokane and YMCA are coming together to revamp the garden at their Monroe location, aiming to better serve local families.

Jun 3, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

KXLY – Help decide how to address sexual assault and domestic violence in Spokane

Law enforcement officials in Spokane want to hear from you about how to address sexual assault and domestic violence in the community. They’re hoping you’ll attend a meeting tonight at the Spokane Regional Health District to share your thoughts.

Statements

May 6, 2024 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Board Statement On Racial & Social Justice

YWCA Spokane is committed to living out our full mission: eliminating racism and empowering women.

Jul 2, 2019 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Public Statement – YWCA Spokane Is Here For Victims Of Domestic Violence

Spokane, WA – On Sunday June 30, 2019, The Spokesman-Review released the following update by reporter Rebecca White, “Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien Accused of Domestic Violence Sunday Night”, available online at The Spokesman-Review.

Mar 8, 2018 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

YWCA Spokane Public Statement – We Stand With Victims of Domestic Violence

Spokane, WA – On Wednesday March 7th, 2018, The Pacific Northwest Inlander released their weekly newspaper with an article titled, “Community leader Phil Tyler calls for men to stand up for women – but his own past is riddled with allegations of domestic violence” by Daniel Walters, also available online at Inlander.com.

Contact Us

Media Contact

Erica Schreiber

Director of Community Engagement

Email: ericas@ywcaspokane.org 

Phone: 509-789-8275

Blog

Jan 15, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

2025 Women of Achievement Honorees

Learn More about WOA | Register to Attend | Become a Sponsor | Host a Table YWCA Spokane is proud to announce its 2025 Women of Achievement Award Honorees. These nine women will be honored throughout the months of February…

Jan 13, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Healthy Roots at Shadle Park High School: Recap

In December, YWCA partnered with the college and career center at Shadle Park High School to bring three interactive lunch time lessons focused on the social and emotional skills required for post-secondary success. What is Healthy Roots? Healthy Roots is…

Jan 7, 2025 Jan 17 @ 9:39 pm

Board of Directors – Mackenzie Kutz

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…

Events

Jan 13, 2025 Jan 18 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

2025 Women’s Rally

January 18, 2025 Big Red Wagon  Join us! Open to the community, feel free to rally alongside YWCA. We stand for bodily autonomy for all – including trans and LGBTQIA+ people – and for equal access to healthcare, birth control,…

Dec 9, 2024 Jan 20 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Rally & March

January 20, 2025 Spokane Convention Center  Join us! Open to the community, feel free to march with YWCA. The MLK Center in Spokane organizes an annual unity rally, march, and resource fair for the community. This event is free. We…

Dec 10, 2024 Jan 30 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

DV 201 Training: Learning in Action

Join YWCA Spokane for this important sequel, virtual training on January 30th at 2:00pm. Learn more about the unique barriers and challenges survivors navigate on a daily basis and talk through how you might help a survivor.