Our Commitment to Inclusion, Accountability and Justice

YWCA Evanston/North Shore is aware of recent public comments, related to the Super Bowl halftime show, made by a guest speaker affiliated with a past event of ours. The views expressed do not reflect those of YWCA Evanston/North Shore, and they do not align with our mission, values, or commitments as an organization.

We stand for a culture and community that is inclusive, speaks many languages, and embraces cultural differences as strengths.

YWCA Evanston/North Shore is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to equity and inclusion, and we recognize that racism in any form is harmful and unacceptable.

We are grateful for our community members who brought this to our attention – as they hold us and themselves accountable to our mission and values. We continue to stand with and support survivors of domestic violence from all backgrounds and identities, and we remain focused on creating safe, inclusive spaces for everyone we serve.

Together, we are America; and America at its best is inclusive, equitable, and just.