Today, we celebrate and honor the legacy of  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose commitment to justice and service is the benchmark for many movements. Our country remains at a crossroads, with a path for justice clearly laid before us, but not taken. Significant barriers–especially from those who put their own interests ahead of… Continue Reading Our Calls to Action for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Contact:  Sarah Graham, Manager of Communications & Advocacy, YWCA NCA | sgraham@ywcanca.org | (202) 626-0728 (office)  Washington, DC–The YWCA National Capital Area is proud to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors. All were approved unanimously by existing board members at a November 2022 meeting.  YWCA NCA welcomes new board members including: Regan… Continue Reading News Release: YWCA National Capital Area Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors

  On Tuesday, President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act, a bipartisan bill that codifies same-sex and interracial marriages in our country. This bill affirms what the vast majority of Americans already believe and provides LGBTQ+ people and interracial couples with federal protections of their right to marry. While this bill is a step… Continue Reading LOVE WINS! Respect for Marriage Act Signed into Law

Today is Veterans Day, which honors military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Their sacrifice and commitment to service is worthy of recognition and YWCA National Capital Area thanks all veterans for their service.  Did you know that there are nearly 2 million living women veterans in the United States, making up approximately 10%… Continue Reading Happy Veterans Day From YWCA National Capital Area