YWCA-MC’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women takes shape during the month of April. Stand Against Racism is a time to reflect on attitudes towards other races and the preconceptions that affect people of color within our society. We have organized events to bring recognition to racism affecting all ethnicities. Change starts from within,… Continue Reading Stand Against Racism 2022 & YWCA-MC News
YWCA USA Stands in Solidarity with YWCA Ukraine Our thoughts and prayers go out to the women, girls, and marginalized communities who have been deeply impacted by the war being waged on Ukraine. As the situation in Ukraine intensifies, it draws attention to its consequences on the lives and livelihoods of Ukraine’s women and girls.… Continue Reading YWCA USA Stands in Solidarity with YWCA Ukraine
Spousal Rape Victims Given EQUAL Status in the Eyes of the Law- it’s about time! Section 262 of the Penal Code was repealed on January 1, 2022- that means taken off the books, no longer exists. Sounds like a step backward, right? But directly the opposite. As a result of the change, spousal rapists are… Continue Reading Spousal Rape and the Law
As a racial justice organization, YWCA-MC is committed to ensuring that every person regardless of race is afforded equal opportunity and protection under the law. In recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we would like to bring awareness to the racial justice initiatives we expect Congress to take action on. Unfortunately, we find racial… Continue Reading As a Racial Justice Organization, YWCA Advocates For Equality
Human Trafficking awareness is an important first step in addressing the exploitation of children and adults. Monterey County is one of two hot spot locations for Human Trafficking. Many of the faces we see on the street daily are those enslaved to another. Five Human Trafficking Awareness facts you may not be aware of: There… Continue Reading Human Trafficking Awareness Day, 5 Facts You Should Know