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Meet our 2020-2021 YWCA Early Learning Center Teachers

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

We are excited to introduce our 2020-2021 teaching staff! YWCA’s mission of “Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women” starts with our youngest participants. Children in our classrooms benefit from a supportive “Love and Logic” curriculum and an emphasis on diversity and inclusion in all of our care procedures. The ELC is open from Monday to Friday… Continue Reading Meet our 2020-2021 YWCA Early Learning Center Teachers

Shape the Future of Northeast Kansas with One Simple Act

Monday, September 21, 2020

By Glenda Washington I want you to take a moment to think about this… What if we had no new clinics, schools, roads and highway infrastructure or housing? What if we played no role shaping our community? What if our actions as citizens meant absolutely nothing in building stronger communities? What if…??? What if I… Continue Reading Shape the Future of Northeast Kansas with One Simple Act

YWCA Announces 32nd Annual Women of Excellence Honorees

Friday, July 31, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TOPEKA – YWCA Northeast Kansas is proud to announce the 32 women, staff member, and an “Employer of Excellence” who will be recognized during the 32nd Annual Women of Excellence Awards on Wednesday, September 16th from 6 to 7 p.m. This year’s event will be a LIVE virtual experience recognizing and uplifiting… Continue Reading YWCA Announces 32nd Annual Women of Excellence Honorees

The Time to Take Action is Now: A Note From Kathleen’s Desk

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Dear Friends, YWCA’s commitment to racial justice and civil rights runs deep. For over 130 years, we have been a pioneer in standing against all forms of racism and oppression by promoting racial equity and equality. While we remain committed to providing racial justice training, education and professional development, voter registration drives, and civic participation training, racial… Continue Reading The Time to Take Action is Now: A Note From Kathleen’s Desk

YWCA’s Letter to Mothers

Sunday, May 10, 2020

This article was originally published by YWCA USA on March 8, 2020. Click here to see the original article. by Catherine Beane This Mother’s Day in my family, we’re counting our blessings to be safe, healthy, and sheltered together at home. But I’m acutely aware that other working moms don’t have that luxury. This weekend… Continue Reading YWCA’s Letter to Mothers

Man on a Mission: Marcus Miller

Thursday, May 7, 2020

“From a civilian standpoint, we need to take domestic violence more seriously in our community. We need to be holding each other more accountable when it comes to violence.” Marcus Miller YWCA Resource Development Committee #ONAMISSION since January 2020. How did you first get involved at the YWCA? I donated to the YWCA in 2015,… Continue Reading Man on a Mission: Marcus Miller

YWCA Welcomes Becca Spielman as new Center for Safety and Empowerment Program Director

Friday, May 1, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TOPEKA – YWCA Northeast Kansas is proud to announce and welcome Becca Spielman as the agency’s new Center for Safety and Empowerment (CSE) Program Director. Spielman will oversee all CSE personnel and administrative functions and will play an integral part in furthering YWCA’s overall strategic vision. Spielman has extensive experience in staff… Continue Reading YWCA Welcomes Becca Spielman as new Center for Safety and Empowerment Program Director

YWCA Northeast Kansas Receives Collegiate Cares COVID-19 Grant

Thursday, April 23, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Grant supports children and families TOPEKA, KANSAS – Topeka Collegiate has selected the YWCA as a recipient of the Collegiate Cares COVID-19 Grant. “The YWCA continues to provide childcare for the children of essential workers,” said Dr. Lyn Rantz, Head of School. “We’re grateful for all that they do for our community and… Continue Reading YWCA Northeast Kansas Receives Collegiate Cares COVID-19 Grant