Is it your time? The YWCA Northeast Kansas Advocacy Committee believes in the importance of local elections, and is working to support more women and people of color running for local office. The candidate filing deadline for local elections – including city council and school board – is just around the corner on June 1.… Continue Reading Step into your power: Running for local office
“I survived domestic abuse. It’s so much more common than many people realize. The most pressing challenge facing our mission is raising awareness on these uncomfortable topics in a way that makes people feel more comfortable having discussions and starting to make small changes in their own lives.” -Kayla Bitler-Loschke Kayla Bitler-Loschke YWCA Board… Continue Reading Woman on a Mission: Kayla Bitler-Loschke
August 9, 1919 – April 24, 2021: A Life of Service, Advocacy, and Vision We are saddened to hear of the passing of longtime supporter Phyllis L. Todd on April 24th. Phyllis was active with the YWCA in a variety of roles for over 50 years. We encourage you to read her obituary, which details her… Continue Reading Remembering Phyllis Todd: Former Board Member, Advocate, Supporter
This past March, our community MET THE CHALLENGE. Over 800 members of the Greater Topeka community (and beyond!) signed up to participate in this year’s 21 Day Challenge for Racial Equity and Social Justice. In addition to participating in the Challenge, our generous allies and supporters raised $6,500 for the Advocacy and Racial Justice work.… Continue Reading You Met the Challenge: The 21 Day Racial Equity and Social Justice Challenge