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33 Years | Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

During this Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which was signed into law 33 years ago today. The ADA greatly expanded protections to include matters of physical accessibility, transportation, employment, government services, and other areas of public life.   Today, 33 years later, we see the… Continue Reading 33 Years | Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)

Help us Fill 100+ Backpacks! | YWCA NCA Back to School Campaign

Monday, July 17, 2023

It’s almost time for back to school. This year, we are again collecting school supplies for our Back to School Backpack campaign. Our goal? Fill (at least) 100 backpacks with the much needed school supplies for our community’s families! Last year, folks stepped up and supported this campaign with gusto, sending more than 100 students back… Continue Reading Help us Fill 100+ Backpacks! | YWCA NCA Back to School Campaign

One year since Dobbs decision: What can we do now?

Saturday, June 24, 2023

Today is the first anniversary of the Jackson Women’s Health Organization v. Dobbs decision, which undid decades of reproductive rights & privacy protections provided under Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. This decision has been devastating to reproductive healthcare in this country. In just one year and despite consistent public opinion in support… Continue Reading One year since Dobbs decision: What can we do now?

Happy Pride Month!

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Today starts Pride Month, a time to honor and celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community.  While this month is about celebrating, we must also remind you that Pride began as a riot, and our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community are currently under attack in this country now more than ever. This year alone, the ACLU is tracking… Continue Reading Happy Pride Month!

Take Action on Mental Health TODAY!

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Today is Mental Health Action Day. This day spreads the message that, just like our physical health, we can take actions to improve our mental health. There is no health without mental health. In recent years, our community has seen dramatic impacts upon our mental health. The global pandemic isolated us and many people sought out mental health support… Continue Reading Take Action on Mental Health TODAY!

Teachers & Nurses: We Thank You!

Friday, May 12, 2023

It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurses Week, which both celebrate two groups of people who help our community learn, stay healthy, and move forward. As both these careers are historically staffed primarily by women, the YWCA National Capital  Area wants to take some time this week to remind you of the impact these… Continue Reading Teachers & Nurses: We Thank You!

May is AAPI Heritage Month! Learn & Celebrate with YWCA National Capital Area

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, where we celebrate those of Asian and Pacific Islander descent in the United States.  This month, we are taking time to celebrate the AAPI community & their contributions on our social media and highlighting ways to support the AAPI community. While this is a month… Continue Reading May is AAPI Heritage Month! Learn & Celebrate with YWCA National Capital Area