Rockford
 

 

peace    justice    freedom    dignity

your chance to help...
women helping women:
one thousand strong

Many young women in our community work tirelessly every day to provide for themselves
and their families, and yet far too many are
still living below poverty level.

The YWCA of Rockford, through services and powerful programming, works to help women achieve their fullest potential, positively impacting their lives and the lives of their families.

To read more about how you can become a
part of this important collective,
click here.
To pledge your support now,
click here.

 leader luncheon XXXII: women of achievement 

Monday, March 5, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Giovanni's, Rockford

We are pleased to announce the return appearance of Naomi Tutu, daughter of Archbishop Desmond and Nomalizo Leah Tutu, as keynote speaker. Ms. Tutu's speaches blend a passion for human dignity with humor and personal stories. Learn more and view the Leader Luncheon 2012 flyer.

RSVP February 17. Register online... 

ywca rockford public service announcement campaign 

Our public service campaign reminds us that racism is greater than individual acts of violence or harassment.  We are all responsible for being a part of effective and relevant conversations centered on discussing race.  These PSAs are expected to encourage discussion.

The YWCA appreciates the partnership of local media outlets WIFR-23, WTVO-17/FOX 39, WREX-13, and the Rockford Register Star in
promoting the campaign:

 

ywca of rockford

  

Since 1891, the YWCA of Rockford has upheld
an unwavering dedication to its mission,
"eliminating racism, empowering women
and promoting peace, justice, freedom
and dignity for all".  

  We continually respond to the emerging and
changing needs of women and families in
this area through services, a variety of programs,
job training, advocacy and leadership
development opportunities. 

   

 

 

 ywca of rockford's
calendar of upcoming events
 

  

  

 

 

    

 

ywca featured in chromelight II for their work on racism

From left seated: Kris Kieper, CEO YWCA Rockford, Rev. Dr. Kenneth Board, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Pastor Annie Davis, Greater Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, and seated Rev. Matthew Johnson-Doyle, Unitarian Universalist Church. 

Read the article here

Learn more about Chromelight II

ywca of rockford
media
blog
 
 
Read Kris Kieper's
blogs from rrstar.com...
  

general information
and links

Membership
Members give our mission a voice and make programs possible. 
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To become a member, click here.

Donations



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current programs, news
and events

Racial Justice Programs
Our Racial Justice Programs are growing.  
To learn more, click here.

For your own
Anti-Racism Toolkit - click here.


YWCA of Rockford Newsletter
To find out what's been happening, read or download the summer newsletter, 
"our voice", click here. 

 

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YWCA of Rockford • 4990 East State Street • Rockford, IL 61108
email: 
info@ywca-rockford.org • Phone: 815-968-9681 •

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