Take Back the Night/Mary Jolly Memorial Award–Oct. 16th
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Women of Excellence 2023 – June 15th, 2023
Thank you to everyone who made our 2023 Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon a success! We are proud to continue the tradition of honoring outstanding women who have contributed in various ways to make our community stronger and better. In addition to recognizing impactful women, Women of Excellence is a significant fundraiser to help support vital programs and services provided by YWCA St. Joseph. Stay tuned to our page for more media from this year’s event and we look forward to seeing you all for 2024!
Women of Excellence 2023 Booklet
In The News –
2021
Almost 1,000 Domestic Abuse Victims Helped by YWCA in 2020
GRIT Center a resource for teens to socialize, learn skills
Domestic abuse not slowing during pandemic
The Wicked Sisterz Do It Again!
Housing among biggest needs for domestic abuse survivors
YWCA Updates Teen Outreach Center at New Location
YWCA honors those trying to end racial injustice
Cause of PTSD varies by person
YWCA volunteer receives car donation
Pets can be added to protection orders
YWCA Purchases Neighboring Church for Expanding Programs
YWCA Celebrates 20 Years of Women of Excellence
YWCA raising awareness during stay-at-home order
YWCA, Mayor Take Stand Against Sexual Assault
Increase in domestic abuse concerning experts
Male victims may be unaware of abuse recovery resources
Local CEO and Women’s Advocate Knows Abuse
Assault, domestic abuse a dangerous cycle for victims
April designated to raise awareness of sexual assault
YWCA Offering Monthly Parently Classes
Domestic Violence Survivor Plans to Open Bakery, Employ Other Victims
2020
Local Organization Donates $2,000 to YWCA’s GRIT Center
St. Joseph woman believes telling her story of abuse helped her
YWCA hosts final Pink Tea Luncheon
Local leader recognized for service to victims of violence
Jean Brown: An early voice for women
VIDEO: Domestic violence survivors can turn to YWCA to protect address
Woman turns trauma into chance to help other survivors
YWCA’s 2020 Women of Excellence Award Goes Digital
Safe Place for Teens with Unstable Living
2019
VIDEO: YWCA honors women of excellence
YWCA Ends Breast Cancer Support, Education Program After Losing Funding
YWCA Honors Those Who Work to Eliminate Racism
YWCA Celebrating and Encouraging Those Who Are Fighting or Survived Breast Cancer
2018
YWCA Celebrates Women at Annual Luncheon
VIDEO: YWCA looks for volunteers to work with victims of sexual, domestic assault
Meet The New Executive Director of the YWCA
Residents gather to Stand Against Racism
VIDEO: Incoming YWCA CEO looks forward to position
Longtime YWCA leader announces retirement
WATCH: Bra fundraiser supports breast cancer programs
YWCA Sponsors Survivor Drive for Victims of Rape
Postcards from the Past, April 16, 2018, YWCA
VIDEO: Horse rider raises awareness for domestic violence
Local YWCA Reacts to Cosby Verdict
2017
YWCA Helps Families Celebrate the Holidays
YWCA Seeking Help for Christmas Store
WATCH: Police department’s program may cause domestic violence to drop
Conference Spotlights Domestic Violence Awareness
Women of Excellence sets record for fund raising
WATCH: YWCA marks domestic violence week
Domestic violence huge in Buchanan County
Grant allows YWCA to help teen parents
Civil rights called ‘a heart issue’
2013
Biggest Birthday Party Ever: Monday Morning Coffee with the YWCA
