During the month of June, YWCA Northeast Kansas celebrates Pride Month by lifting up voices, sharing resources, and spreading LGBTQ+ joy! Of course, our services and support are available to LGBTQ+ individuals all year long. But Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments for LGBTQ+ rights, and reflect on the work that still… Continue Reading Celebrating Pride Month at YWCA Northeast Kansas
Announcing the 33rd Annual Women of Excellence Awards! This year’s event will take place on Wednesday, September 15, as a hybrid event including an honoree reception at The Beacon in downtown Topeka, followed by a live virtual program. YWCA Northeast Kansas invites you, your organization, your firm, or your association to help make the 2021… Continue Reading Call for Nominations: 33rd Annual Women of Excellence Awards
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