My Voice, My Power | Stand Up for Reproductive Justice with YWCA National Capital Area!

Today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling in Jackson Women’s Health Organization v. Dobbs, which has undone decades of reproductive rights & privacy protections provided under Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. We are devastated at this decision. This decision does not reflect the will of the people, as… Continue Reading My Voice, My Power | Stand Up for Reproductive Justice with YWCA National Capital Area!

Today marks 50 years of #TitleIX, which prohibits sex discrimination in educational institutions that receive federal funding. This landmark gender equity law and the extensive protections it provides to students is worthy of celebration. Most often, we hear of #TitleIX in the context of sports, breaking down barriers for women & girls in athletic pursuits. Here… Continue Reading Celebrating 50 years of Title IX!

Today is Juneteenth–the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. On this newest of federal holidays, we call you to recommit to supporting Black communities not only this day, but everyday. Let us also be reminded that history continues to be whitewashed, conveniently silencing parts of our history that we… Continue Reading Happy Juneteenth from YWCA National Capital Area!

Dear Friends, I’m excited to be joining our community for the Unity March, the first large-scale, Asian American-led march to take place on June 25, 2022 in Washington, D.C. This effort will bring 25,000+ advocates and allies to DC, with satellite actions across the country, for a full program with speeches by diverse community leaders to… Continue Reading CALL TO ACTION: Unity March | June 25