An overview of strategic efforts utilized to achieve the presidential signing of a $1.5 trillion government funding bill (Omnibus) which provides significant assistance for YWCAs in the areas of gender-based violence and federal appropriations.

YWCA USA is deeply grateful to Congress for passing the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA). This legislation takes steps to strengthen services, invest in prevention efforts, and to expand access for survivors in rural areas and those requiring culturally-specific services.

YWCA USA is committed to the health of our nation’s mothers, infants, children, and families ask that Congress include the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (S. 1486/H.R. 1065) in the spending bill for FY 2022.

122 YWCAs from 40 states and the District of Columbia wrote a letter urging the Senate to swiftly pass the bipartisan Violence Against WomenReauthorization Act (VAWA) and strengthen support services for survivors and their children.

This spotlight on Millennial and Generation Z (gen z) women provides a brief overview of their concerns and priorities heading into the 2022 Congressional session and national election. Drawn from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States, this data frames clear expectations for legislative action to address their concerns and priorities.

YWCA is driving an inclusive agenda to address the underlying gender equity and racial justice tensions that are so deeply embedded in our nation. YWCAs continue to call for action on domestic violence and sexual violence, child care, appropriations: Increase federal funding and support for housing, childcare, domestic violence, racial justice, economic security, and strengthening the nonprofit sector.

This YWomenVote 2022 summary draws from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States and provides a comprehensive examination of women’s concerns while setting clear expectations heading into the 2nd session of the 117th Congress and national midterm election.

This spotlight on Black women provides a brief overview of their concerns and priorities heading into the 2022 Congressional session and national election. Drawn from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States, this data centers women of color whose voices are critical yet frequently overlooked in policy discussions, and frames clear expectations for legislative action to address their concerns and priorities.

This spotlight on Hispanic/Latinx women provides a brief overview of their concerns and priorities heading into the 2022 Congressional session and national election. Drawn from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States, this data centers women of color whose voices are critical yet frequently overlooked in policy discussions, and frames clear expectations for legislative action to address their concerns and priorities.

This spotlight on Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women provides a brief overview of their concerns and priorities heading into the 2022 Congressional session and national election. Drawn from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States, this data centers women of color whose voices are critical yet frequently overlooked in policy discussions, and frames clear expectations for legislative action to address their concerns and priorities.

This spotlight on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) women provides a brief overview of their concerns and priorities heading into the 2022 Congressional session and national election. Drawn from YWCA USA’s fourth national survey of women in the United States, this data centers women of color whose voices are critical yet frequently overlooked in policy discussions, and frames clear expectations for legislative action to address their concerns and priorities.

YWCA USA worked with Finn Partners to commission a survey of N=1,438 women nationwide, including oversamples of Black women, Hispanic/Latinx women, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women, and American Indian and Alaska Native women (AI/AN), to understand their concerns and priorities at the top of Congress’ 2022 legislative session. This memorandum takes a deeper look at the survey findings.

YWCA USA joins letter to support passage of H.R. 4445, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021.

As Congress negotiate a final appropriations package for fiscal year (FY) 2023, YWCA USA urgees Congress to include the highest possible funding amount for the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG).

YWCA USA calls for prompt legislative action to address hardships of problems charitable organizations are facing to strengthen nonprofits.

YWCA USA joins organizations dedicated to protecting and advancing civil rights, health, economic security, LGBTQ rights, and gender justice urging the Senate to pass S. 1975, “Women’s Health Protection Act” (WHPA).

YWCA USA urges Congress to cosponsor the Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act; the Keeping All Students Safe Act; the Protecting our Students in Schools Act; the Safe Schools Improvement Act of 2021; and the Ending PUSHOUT Act of 2021, which all make important improvements to schools to keep children safe and support their educational success.

YWCA tiene una misión para eliminar el racismo y empoderar a las mujeres. Desde nuestra fundación, las YWCAs a través de los Estados Unidos han estado en primera línea abogando por los derechos de las mujeres, niñas y personas marginadas, haciendo frente a las necesitades de las comunidades. Hoy en día, continuamos dirigiendo una agenda inclusiva para atender los retos de salud, económicos, y sociales que enfrenta nuestro país. Invitamos a miembros del congreso a unirse a nosotros y tomar medidas para resolver los problemas que afectan a las mujeres y a las comunidades de color. Invitamos a los miembros del 117vo Congreso a unirse a nosotros y tomar medidas prioritarias en cuestiones de salud, economía, seguridad y justicia racial que afectan directamente a las mujeres y comunidades de color.

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Since our inception, YWCAs across the country have been on the front lines advocating for the rights of women, girls, and marginalized people and addressing community needs. Today, we continue to drive an inclusive agenda to address the prolonged health, economic, and social challenges facing our nation. We invite Members of the 117th Congress to join us and take action on health, economic, safety, and racial justice priorities directly affecting women and communities of color.

YWCA joins LCCHR and urges Representatives to support the Build Back Better Act’s inclusion of Child Care and Universal Pre-Kindergarten along with the explicit federal nondiscrimination language accompanying the provisions.