What We Do
The YWCA Monterey County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Through ongoing programs, conferences, events, and initiatives, YWCA leaders are engaging communities to recognize the broad-based, negative and consequential effects of racism. Our mission and work require courage. We must serve communities most affected by economic, racial, and gender oppression. Together we can influence policies and legislation that ensure progress for all people impacted by violence, poverty, racism, and sexism.
How We Do It
- Crisis lines are staffed 24 hours a day 365 days per year
- We have a confidentially located Safehouse dedicated to womens safety
- A Domestic Violence Response Team is ready to help victims
- We provide Legal Advocacy which includes assisting with restraining orders, emergency custody and many other tools to help families
- Training, Education and Support Groups to support our communities
- Mental Health Services to support individuals going through traumatic events
- Youth Outreach and Prevention because it starts with our children
