Statements

Celebrating Success in Gun Safety Amidst Recent Supreme Court Decision

Jun 24, 2024 Comments Off on Celebrating Success in Gun Safety Amidst Recent Supreme Court Decision

I am grateful to be able to share some good news with you today about one of the ways we’re collaborating with law enforcement to prevent senseless violence and protect survivors.

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Gender-Based Violence in Conflict Zones

Jun 4, 2024 Comments Off on Gender-Based Violence in Conflict Zones

After we held this year’s Equity for All event, which included a focus on maternal mortality, it’s crucial to draw attention to the plight of women in the world’s conflict zones.

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YWCA Statement on the Israel-Hamas War

Oct 12, 2023 Comments Off on YWCA Statement on the Israel-Hamas War

YWCA Spokane stands with YWCA USA CEO, Margaret Mitchell, who shared the below public statement today: On Oct. 6, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared war. To date, thousands of people have died or been injured, and more than 100 others have…

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Sandy Williams

Sep 6, 2022 Comments Off on Sandy Williams

We learned that yesterday, Sandy Williams, a prominent civil rights leader in Spokane passed away.  Spokesman Review article with more information. There are no words to convey the deep loss experienced throughout our community by Sandy’s passing. As we became aware of this terrible news, leadership and staff at our…

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Responding to Racist Attack at Buffalo Supermarket

May 20, 2022 Comments Off on Responding to Racist Attack at Buffalo Supermarket

Again, we find ourselves mourning the loss of beloved Black sisters picking up groceries, parents picking up a birthday cake, a deacon offering transportation to his neighbors. We learn the names and lives of these strangers in Buffalo through another racially targeted mass shooting by a white man. This marks…

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Statement Post Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict

Apr 21, 2021 Comments Off on Statement Post Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict

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…

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We Believe Survivors

Apr 9, 2021 Comments Off on We Believe Survivors

At YWCA Spokane, We Believe Survivors Spokane, WA – On Thursday, April 8, 2021, The Inlander published the following article by Wilson Criscione, “Law Enforcement Behind The Badge”, available online at The Inlander. As Spokane’s primary service provider to victims of intimate partner domestic violence, YWCA Spokane would like to…

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A Statement From YWCA Spokane

Jan 7, 2021 Comments Off on A Statement From YWCA Spokane

YWCA Spokane stands in solidarity with the condemnation of yesterday’s terroristic acts. This was an insurrection. It was a threat to the equality of every citizen of this nation. The violence and riots were intended to halt the constitutional duties of our elected officials, threatening the heart of our democracy.…

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YWCA Spokane Board of Directors’ Statement on Racial Justice

Jun 10, 2020 Comments Off on YWCA Spokane Board of Directors’ Statement on Racial Justice

YWCA Spokane Board of Directors’ Statement on Racial Justice Eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all is the Mission of the YWCA.  As we witness the suffering in our community and our nation, we at the YWCA Spokane continue to turn to our Mission…

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Remembering Alice Niemeier

May 25, 2019 Comments Off on Remembering Alice Niemeier

YWCA Spokane was saddened to learn of the passing of Alice Niemeier, a long-time, cherished friend. Alice accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award for the Ambassadors, a long-time group of supporters of the YWCA, at  our 31st Woman of Achievement Awards. Alice was committed to serving women and children through YWCA…

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