MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — For over 150 years, the YWCA has been at the forefront of the fight for racial justice, and while times have changed, representatives said they still have a lot of fight left in them. In 1858, the Young Women’s Christian Association formed. Participating in social justice movements has been at its…
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It’s time for the YWCA’s signature event, Put Yourself in Her H.E.E.L.S. – with a 2020 twist! As the world and our community continue navigating the current climate, the YWCA of Central Indiana has carried on with its mission to empower women and eliminate racism. This event, in particular, is designed to raise awareness and…
The 2020 election is approaching fast! We at YWCA Central Indiana want to do our best to help you learn about the candidates running for President and Vice-President in the upcoming election! Updated: AUGUST 24, 2020 Indiana Voting Resources See who is on your ballot… Delaware County Henry County Randolph County Grant County Blackford County –…
Dear Community Members, Supporters and Partners, YWCA Central Indiana, like all of you, is closely monitoring all developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our number one priority remains keeping everyone safe and healthy. Therefore, we will continue to operate virtually (and remotely) to the extent possible, in order to limit the spread…
On this Vodcast of Good Girl Gone Boss, we check in with WaTasha Barnes Griffin, Tisha Gierhart and Amanda Kishel. Our premier sponsor for this episode of Good Girl Gone Boss is the Shafer Leadership Academy. We are also sponsored this episode by At Your Service Cleaning Company. Call them today at (765) 702-7188. Gone Boss is…
Check out the latest Ball Brothers Foundation video for an update on BBF grantmaking. You’ll also hear messages from United Way, the YWCA and Delaware County Emergency Management about how you can help during these uncertain times.
Jennifer Crosby’s necklace speaks to her journey. And her resolve. “I refuse to sink,” the silver pendant reads. Crosby, who became a YWCA emergency shelter resident in August with her 9-year-old daughter, Sara, says the YWCA has helped her turn her life around. “It was time to get myself straightened up. I came here to…
A best kept secret. That’s how Tri Kappa volunteer Gena Coers described the Twice-As-Nice Resale Shop at the YWCA. With a mixture of clothing, toys, jewelry, household goods, books and art, there’s a little bit of something for everyone. On a recent Saturday morning, Tri Kappa Muncie volunteers Coers and Julie Calvert were helping shoppers…
Eliminating racism is a central tenet of the YWCA’s mission. Since the founding of the national YWCA 160 years ago, the organization has been at the forefront of the most pressing social movements, from voting rights to civil rights to pay equity. Locally, the YWCA promotes activities throughout the year to promote racial and social…
