If you read the news at all this year, you know that reproductive rights were a major headline. Kansans made history as the first state to vote on the right to abortion after the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June. YWCA stood true to its mission and history as a leader… Continue Reading YWCA Answers the Call for Justice
February is Black History Month, and YWCA Northeast Kansas is celebrating by uplifting voices and Black history makers that we can honor all year long. BLACK HISTORY AND THE MISSION OF THE YWCA As leaders in the women’s empowerment and racial justice movement, working at the intersection of race and gender is crucial to our… Continue Reading Black Feminism, Black Art, and Black History Matter All Year Long
Whether it’s your own kids, your classroom, or simply a child you care about, it can be tough to know what to say to them about race and when to have those conversations. YWCA Racial Justice and Advocacy Coordinator Regina Platt brings you tips and resources for engaging children of all ages in conversations about… Continue Reading How to Talk to Kids About Race, Episode 1: Are Kids Colorblind?
Introducing YWCA’s Technical Guide to the 21-Day Challenge Many of our registrants have asked very pertinent questions regarding how the Challenge will work. Below you’ll find a comprehensive guide that will answer hopefully most of the technical questions that might arise. Still haven’t registered? There’s still time! Register for the 21-Day Racial Equity and Social… Continue Reading Your 21-Day Challenge How-to Guide