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In The News –

2021

Week Without Violence

Almost 1,000 Domestic Abuse Victims Helped by YWCA in 2020

GRIT Center a resource for teens to socialize, learn skills

St. Joseph’s true GRIT

Hate has no home in St. Joe

Domestic abuse not slowing during pandemic

The Wicked Sisterz Do It Again!

Housing among biggest needs for domestic abuse survivors

Haircuts From The Heart

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

YWCA opens center for teens

VIDEO: Domestic violence survivors can turn to YWCA to protect address

Woman turns trauma into chance to help other survivors

YWCA takes back the night

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 Stands Up Against Racism

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

Take Back the Night

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