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Welcoming our new CEO, Cherese Ledet

Thursday, February 9, 2023

We are excited to share that after a comprehensive national search, Cherese Ledet will join YWCA Evanston/North Shore as the new CEO starting on March 6, succeeding Karen Singer, who will retire as CEO after 18 years of transformative leadership. Our YWCA Board believes wholeheartedly that Cherese is the right person to take the organization… Continue Reading Welcoming our new CEO, Cherese Ledet

Why we do the annual Swim Marathon

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

By Pete Caragher, Aquatics Director and Flying Fish Head Coach   Want to support the Swim Marathon? Click here.  The annual swim marathon is an important event for the YWCA Flying Fish swim team for many reasons. The marathon raises funds for YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s programs that support our mission to empower women and eliminate… Continue Reading Why we do the annual Swim Marathon

YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s Alternatives to Violence builds patience, empathy, and community

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

By Mags Bouffard, Communications Manager at YWCA Evanston/North Shore Every 9 seconds a woman in the US experiences domestic violence. Your gift can end the abuse. Click here to support survivors in our community.  Every Tuesday and Thursday evening, Brian McHugh stands at the entrance of Grace Lutheran Church to greet each man as they… Continue Reading YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s Alternatives to Violence builds patience, empathy, and community