Advancing Equity
YWCA Spokane joins thousands in Spokane for the 2025 Pride Parade and Festival.
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Healing begins with understanding. Trauma-Informed Care is more than a best practice—it’s a guiding philosophy that shapes every interaction we have.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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,…
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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.
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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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Hair is a powerful expression of identity, culture, and beliefs. For many, it reflects heritage, from African braids to Indigenous long hair, each style carrying deep meaning. Despite this, hair discrimination persists, with some facing judgment or exclusion for wearing natural or cultural styles. Everyone deserves the freedom to choose their hair without prejudice.
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Abortion is legal in Spokane, but access is hindered by cost, travel, and confusing laws. Marginalized groups face the most barriers. Local resources like Planned Parenthood help, but more support is needed.
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At its core, Restorative Practices are about healing harm. It humanizes all parties involved and considers their individual needs. Restorative Practices are designed not only to address conflict after it occurs, but also to build strong relationships and a supportive community before harm is ever done. “Restorative practices give us…
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Every other month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.
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Thank you to everyone who attended the YWCA Spokane’s Equity for All event! Your participation in the important conversation about “Restorative Practices in Community” was incredibly meaningful. A special thanks to our panelists, performers, and volunteers for making the event a success. Together, we are strengthening our commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable community.
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As part of MMIW Awareness Month, honoring the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, we are taking a look at MMIW & domestic violence.
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Communities face growing divides, misunderstandings, and unresolved harm. Learn how to forward in a way that fosters healing, accountability, and connection.
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Recently, Jemma attended the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW) as a delegate with YWCA USA. Read her reflections on global connections and intergenerational leadership.
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YWCA Spokane’s staff member has been selected to be a YWCA USA delegate at the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
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Every other month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.
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