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Each February, communities across the county pause to honor Black History Month.
A Community Engagement Intern reflects on her time at YWCA Spokane. From gaining experience in prevention to deepening her commitment to the community.
Goodwill SSVF partnered with YWCA Spokane for DV education, supplying staff with tools to recognize abuse, support survivors, & respond effectively.
November’s spotlight features Jasmine Kazuko Linane-Booey, founder of Kazuko Wellness, and her trauma-informed, integrative approach to collective healing.
YWCA Spokane’s RSJ Learning Community gathered at Anam Cara Healing Center for an evening of healing, reconnecting, & deepening their capacity for justice work.
Victim blaming shifts responsibility away from the person causing harm and places it on survivors, deepening shame, isolation, and barriers to support.
During Domestic Violence Action Month, we invite our community to honor survivors, remember lives lost, & take action to end intimate partner violence.
Every other month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.
YWCA’s Racial and Social Justice Learning Community held its annual Rooftop Gathering, bringing people together for an evening of connection and conversation. Guests heard from speakers about restorative justice and spent time catching up, sharing stories, and building community. It was a meaningful night of learning, reflection, and togetherness.
Every other month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.
On June 5th, in celebration of Pride Month, we held another Pathways Forward conversation to educate our community about supporting trans and nonbinary youth. Learn more about the challenges faced by this community in our recent blogpost. The conversation was moderated by Brit (YWCA Spokane Licensed Therapist) and featured panelists…
Healing begins with understanding. Trauma-Informed Care is more than a best practice—it’s a guiding philosophy that shapes every interaction we have.
Over the past nine days, we’ve explored key issues like abortion access, racial discrimination in hair, entrepreneurship barriers, and gun violence. We’ve highlighted the need for fairer policies in mental health, transportation, and law enforcement. By raising awareness and advocating for change, we can build a more equitable society for all.
Creating equity means recognizing that people face different challenges and providing tailored support to meet those needs. It’s about dismantling systemic barriers, redistributing resources, and uplifting marginalized voices so that everyone has a fair chance to thrive.
Racial bias in traffic stops means people of color get pulled over more often than white drivers, even when they haven’t done anything wrong. This unfair treatment causes stress, fear, and distrust in the police. It’s part of a bigger problem in the system that needs real change and fairness.
Discrimination in transportation goes beyond police encounters – it’s present in airports, bike paths, and even jogging through neighborhoods. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals face unequal treatment, from extra security screenings to harassment while cycling. To create fair communities, we must address these disparities in all forms of mobility, not just cars.
Gun violence hits Black and Latino communities harder than others, leading to more deaths, injuries, and trauma. This isn’t just about numbers or news stories – it’s a real problem affecting families and neighborhoods. Mental health issues like PTSD and anxiety are common, especially for young people living in these areas.
Thank you for taking this challenge! We’re so glad you’re here! From Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 23rd, YWCA Spokane will send a daily weekday email to everyone registered for this 10-day challenge. The content will invite you to explore key issues related to racial equity and social justice,…
The Second Amendment says all Americans can own guns, but minority communities often face more gun violence and unfair treatment under gun laws. Historically and today, Black, Indigenous, and Latino people are more likely to be victims and less likely to benefit equally from gun rights due to systemic inequality.
Starting a business is more than making money, it’s about turning your ideas into something real and helping others. Entrepreneurs create jobs and new products. It’s not easy as there are challenges like money, risk, and competition – but it can be worth it. It gives you freedom, creativity, and a chance to succeed.
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