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a voice for women an agent of change Since 1903 the YWCA of St. Joseph County has been the leading advocate for women and children in our community. Through a combination of service and social action we reach out to women who are seeking solutions to abusive situations, who are fighting chemical dependency, who are in need of job training and education and who want to improve their lives for themselves and their children.
 A critical player in the effort to improve the lives of women and children, the YWCA recognizes our mission cannot be furthered without significant partnerships with the business community, community leaders, lawmakers, other non-profits, the criminal justice system and the media.
We are strong alone yet more powerful together.
Created by women for women, we have pledged all of our resources, talents and skills to ensure the success of the mission of the YWCA...eliminating racism empowering women.
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Women of Vision
Join a select group of women who are changing the world one family at a time. YWCA Women of Vision help provide the resources needed to care for women and children in need in our community.
Click here to donate as a Woman of Vision.
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Teen Dating Violence 
It may shock you to learn that 1 in 5 teenagers has experienced violence in a dating relationship. If you're a teenager concerned about your relationship the YWCA can help.
Contact us 24/7/365 at 1-866-YES-YWCA.
If you're a parent concerned about your teenager's relationship we can help you get the conversation started. Call us at 574-233-9491.
Click here to download the YWCA's Teen Dating Violence Information Brochure
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Want to know what the women and children at the YWCA need right now? Click here for our list of Immediate Needs!
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Who Killed Lana B?
In 1989 the brutal murder of Lisa Bianco by her ex-husband grabbed national headlines. Lisa, a mother of two and a former YWCA client was beaten to death by Alan Matheney who was on a prison furlough at the time. 20 years later Lisa's mother has published a book entitled Who Killed Lana B?-an inside story about domestic violence.
Click here to find out more about Millie Bianco's book.
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Michiana Monologues
Feb. 18, 19, 20
Michiana Monologues is the annual fundraising campaign of IUSB V-Club (Voices Against Violence).
This play features locally written monologues recounting the personal experiences of Michiana women. It is directed and produced by local women, and in conjunction with a Silent Auction each night of the performance, raises much needed funds for local organizations that help women in crisis including the YWCA of St. Joseph County.
Click here to find out more
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CourtWatch
You can help protect women and children by monitoring domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse cases. To find out how to become a CourtWatch monitor call 233-9491 | | |
