YWCA Evanston-North Shore is devastated by the recent racially motivated hate crime that took place in Evanston at Haven Middle School on Friday, and the fatal act of white supremacist terrorism in Buffalo that resulted in the tragic loss of 10 lives, a total of 13 victims – 11 of whom were Black. The threat… Continue Reading Responding to racist hate crimes in our community and across the nation
After serving nearly two decades, Karen Singer has announced she will retire from YWCA Evanston/North Shore (YWCA E/NS). She will continue to serve as CEO until her successor is hired. A transition committee composed of board members and advisors has been formed to oversee the search for a new CEO. They anticipate a selection by… Continue Reading CEO Karen Singer to Retire from YWCA Evanston/North Shore
If you missed our Stand Against Racism keynote speaker, Loretta J. Ross, you can view the recording below!
YWCA Evanston/North Shore has had a long-standing relationship with the Village of Skokie for its Stand Against Racism campaign, with Village residents and government staff consistently championing the annual event for the past nine years. We spoke with Iris Barrios, Social Worker for the Village of Skokie and their Stand liaison, to talk about the… Continue Reading Partnering to Stand Against Racism: An Interview with Iris Barrios of the Village of Skokie
YWCA Evanston/North Shore has tapped Erin Venable to be its new vice president of marketing and communications. Venable brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing and strategic communications focused on brand identity, building awareness and enacting change. Prior to joining YWCA Evanston/North Shore, she served as assistant director of communications for the University… Continue Reading YWCA Evanston/North Shore names new communications head