YWCA Evanston/North Shore is a trusted social justice organization with a 90 year history of advocacy for women and children. Through our high-quality programs, trainings, classes, and workshops, we connect individuals and families across northeastern Chicagoland with the knowledge, community and resources to thrive.
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The annual Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate, which is spearheaded by YWCA Evanston/North Shore, is set for June 19 and 20 as a “somewhat” virtual event. While participants are encouraged to walk or run on race weekend, the event won’t have a start/finish line. Instead, participants are encouraged to wear a Race Against Hate… Continue Reading Annual Race Against Hate to be “somewhat” virtual this year
In observance of the one-year commemoration of the death of George Floyd, we stand with YWCA USA, YWCA Minneapolis, and YWCA St. Paul, who have issued the following joint statement: As we observe the one-year commemoration of the death of George Floyd on May 25, we can be sure of one thing: the protests and… Continue Reading YWCA Statement on the One-Year Commemoration of George Floyd’s Death
As part of its growing effort to equip families with the resources they need to help young people build healthy relationships, YWCA Evanston/North Shore is launching sex education workshops for parents, middle schoolers, and high schoolers. The first offering is a free, one-hour workshop for parents and caregivers titled “Be Open, Be Honest,” which will… Continue Reading YWCA Evanston/North Shore to launch free sex education programs
October is Domestic Violence Awareness MonthALL DONATIONS made in October to support survivors of domestic violence will be MATCHED by an anonymous donor.