Events – YWCA Spokane

DVAM Action Kit

September 1, 2023

| By Jemma Riedel-Johnson

Categories: Community, Events, Get Involved, Impact

| Tags: Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence Action Month, DVAM

Take Action with YWCA Spokane this October The month of October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Action Month. During October, YWCA Spokane looks to increase awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence in our community, inspire action that is focused on creating lasting change, and encourage community-wide participation. We invite you to take part …

August RSJ Spotlight | Olivia Evans

August 9, 2023

| By Lara Estaris

Categories: Advocacy, Community, Education and Training, Events, Get Involved, Impact, Other, Spokane Resources

| Tags: Arts, equity, Racial & Social Justice, resources, rsj, RSJ Spotlight, Spokane, Spotlight, The Root Experience

Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series Each month, our Equity Coordinator sits down with an organization or individual in our community to spotlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. 22 min. read/50 min. listen August Spotlight Olivia Evans, The Root Experience I had the privilege of …

An Evening in Tuscany 2023 Event Recap

August 4, 2023

| By Claire Schueman

Categories: Events, Fundraising, Other

| Tags: An Evening In Tuscany, event, fundraising, Tuscany 2023

A record-breaking event Because Of Friends Like YOU! Together we raised a net of over $160,000 at An Evening In Tuscany 2023 After a night of laughter and music, we are left filled with gratitude and awe for the support that was shown at An Evening in Tuscany 2023. The generosity and compassion shown on …

Recap | July Pathways Forward: Disability Pride

July 13, 2023

| By Lara Estaris

Categories: Advocacy, Community, Events, Get Involved, Impact, Spokane Resources

| Tags: Advocacy, community, Community Engagement, impact, Pathways Forward, Racial & Social Justice, racial and social justice, resources, rsj

LOCAL EXPERTS JOIN YWCA SPOKANE TO delve into intersectionality of disability & LGBTQ+ identities >1 min. read content warning: mention of suicide VIEW RECORDING I am grateful Erin and Misha of Inland Northwest Disability Experience shared their time, expertise, and experiences with us for our July Pathways Forward event that focused on the intersectionality of …

Embracing Disability Pride: Celebrating Intersectionality and Inclusion

July 7, 2023

| By Erica Schreiber

Categories: Events, Get Involved

| Tags: Community Engagement, disability pride, Pathways Forward, Pride, video education series

In our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable society, it is vital that we recognize and celebrate the diverse identities and experiences of all individuals. Disability Pride Month is celebrated each year in July. It is a movement that plays a crucial role in fostering empowerment, challenging societal biases, and promoting the intersectionality of …