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"140 years of Care, Concern and Commitment" recognizes our strong and courageous history. Our mission of the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women sustains our bold vision as we to dare to embrace two of the most significant social issues of our time. Founded by women for women, the YWCA has been a leading force for social change. Whatever the issue to advance women’s status and promote racial justice, the YWCA fought for it. Whatever the need for support and services, the YWCA provided it. From its very beginning the YWCA has sought to improve women’s lives and ensure equitable treatment for all.
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In 1868 our organization began by providing women, migrating from rural areas looking for employment, with shelter, education and job opportunities. As the years progressed, so did the YWCA. We worked for minimum wages for women, championed protective labor laws for women and children and advocated for women's suffrage. |
Today, we are leading the charge for women to have a greater sense of their own empowerment and to develop women as leaders. We are working to improve race relations, further racial justice and to end violence against women. We provide shelters and transitional housing for battered women, a program for men who abuse women, employment and literacy programs, childcare, family violence prevention, health and wellness programs and recognition and advocacy programs.
As our community changes it is vital to include and value the female voice. As an organization committed to social change, the YWCA has provided that voice and will continue to bring that perspective to our community.
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women's art gallery
Subtle Grace &
Beauty from Within
Sept 12, 2008 - Jan 9, 2009
Paintings by Ursula Brenner
Glass by Michelle Madge
Learn more here.
ywca downtown co-ed fitness center managed by TriHealth, offers comprehensive, medically based fitness services in modern and clean surroundings. >>>more
Convenient, friendly and affordable, the Center is your place to exercise for life, work and well-being.
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2009 Career Women of Achievement
April 22, 2009
Nominations for 2009 Career Women of Achievement Honorees are now available. We invite you to submit a nomination and give a deserving career woman the opportunity to win one of the most prestigious awards in Cincinnati. Learn more here.
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YWCA Mamie Earl Sells Scholarship Fund
Applications now available for 2009. Learn more here.
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