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YWCA conference about domestic violence and shootings to feature Illinois Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Friday, October 25, 2019

Illinois State Representative Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz will be the opening speaker at YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s annual domestic violence conference on November 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines. The conference, which is presented in partnership with Oakton Community College and other local organizations, is titled “A Lethal Relationship: Gun… Continue Reading YWCA conference about domestic violence and shootings to feature Illinois Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Evanston Swims! launches seventh season

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Evanston Swims!, a community collaboration that offers water safety and swim instruction to Evanston second graders at no cost to their families, recently launched its seventh official season. So far, 216 children have registered for this year’s program. “As both a parent of an Evanston Swims! alum and a leader of the program, I have… Continue Reading Evanston Swims! launches seventh season

Flying Fish Aquatics launches girls water polo club

Monday, October 14, 2019

The Flying Fish Aquatics program at YWCA Evanston/North Shore has a new offering for girls ages 9-13: a water polo club. The club meets on Sundays from noon to one pm and is geared to all levels, from beginners to experienced players. It is open to all girls, including those who are not currently part… Continue Reading Flying Fish Aquatics launches girls water polo club

Why violence prevention needs to start early

Thursday, October 10, 2019

by Craige Christensen, Manager, Building Healthy Relationships program “This needs to be taught earlier!” states a high school student. I agree and ask, “When?” “Middle school,” she replies. I nod and say, “How about elementary school?” As part of the Building Healthy Relationships program at YWCA Evanston/North Shore, our goal is to teach young people… Continue Reading Why violence prevention needs to start early

“Yes and….” Questions to Move Systems to Change

Monday, October 7, 2019

By Eileen Hogan Heineman, YWCA Equity Institute Manager, Community Outreach In the midst of all the busyness of a new year of programming, we are also stepping back to reflect about where our work is going, and how we can keep nudging people to action. Often, our workshops or discussions end with us asking participants,… Continue Reading “Yes and….” Questions to Move Systems to Change

“I need to see your receipts for everything.” Breaking free from financial abuse.

Friday, October 4, 2019

By Fabiola Alfonso, YWCA Financial Education Specialist Tracking your expenses is one of the ways you can have control of your money. As a financial educator, I tell my students that a budget is one of the most efficient tools for money management. You can control your money, allocate it efficiently, and reach your financial… Continue Reading “I need to see your receipts for everything.” Breaking free from financial abuse.

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