Today, President Biden honored his campaign promise to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court of the United States. As an organization dedicated to empowering women and girls and eliminating racism, YWCA USA CEO, Margaret Mitchell, issued the following statement: “Over the course of its history, the Supreme Court of the United States… Continue Reading YWCA SCOTUS Announcement Statement
At YWCA, our mission is inspired by the perspectives of Black feminists who have consistently transformed the fights for gender equity and racial justice. During Black Herstory Month, we’re celebrating Black feminism and centering the work of powerful Black sheroes past and present doing the critical work to eliminate racism and empower women. As leaders… Continue Reading The Unsung Legacy of Black Feminism: From Jane Crow to Intersectionality
Today, as we honor the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the American Civil Rights Movement, we cannot uplift his legacy without recognizing the work of the countless people who came before, during, and after his time who also demanded that America keep its promise of freedom, justice, and dignity for all. Almost… Continue Reading Honoring Martin Luther King Jr’s Legacy: No Celebration Without Legislation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For media inquiries, please contact: Courtney Holsworth, cholsworth@rabengroup.com, (989) 572-8162 YWCA USA NAMES MARGARET MITCHELL AS CEO Veteran racial justice and local YWCA association leader to head YWCA USA Washington, D.C. — YWCA USA, one of the nation’s oldest and largest women’s organizations, announced today its Board of Directors has selected… Continue Reading YWCA USA Names Margaret Mitchell as CEO
Year-round, YWCA demands justice and provides support to diverse communities across the country with the vision of forging a world where women, girls, and people of color can thrive. Observances such as Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month allow us to celebrate, reflect, and uplift one of the unique communities close to our hearts.… Continue Reading A Story of Empowerment, Education, & Advocacy: How YWCA Supports AAPI Communities