Blog Archives - YWCA Dayton

Room shifters: The legacy of the women of the Civil Rights Movement

Saturday, January 16, 2021

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our advocacy director shares thoughts on one of the most powerful, but often overlooked, forces in the Civil Rights movement – women. When I think of the Civil Rights Movement – the journey, the impromptu opportunities and the planned sit-ins, walks, and protests – I cannot help… Continue Reading Room shifters: The legacy of the women of the Civil Rights Movement

Statement on violence at U.S. Capitol

Friday, January 8, 2021

The following statement is from our President and CEO, Shannon Isom, in response to the unprecedented attack on the United States Capitol that occurred on Jan. 6, 2021. At YWCA Dayton, we know that not all violence is physical, visible, acknowledged, or responded to equally. Make no mistake: this week’s assault on the U.S. Capitol… Continue Reading Statement on violence at U.S. Capitol

Domestic violence survivor finds home for the holidays

Thursday, December 17, 2020

2020 has been a year like no other, but despite the difficulties, we continue to see lives changed and find hope through the stories of domestic violence survivors served by YWCA Dayton in Montgomery and Preble counties. This fall, a pregnant domestic violence survivor entered YWCA Dayton’s Preble County shelter in need of care. While… Continue Reading Domestic violence survivor finds home for the holidays

Annual Holiday Market spreads cheer – safely

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

While 2020 has been challenging for many, it’s been especially tough for vulnerable populations, like those we serve at YWCA Dayton. In a year that’s anything but normal, our annual Holiday Market provides clients and residents with as much normalcy possible as they face the unique struggles and stress associated with trauma recovery. In the… Continue Reading Annual Holiday Market spreads cheer – safely

2020 Community Appeal: Challenges, but also progress

Monday, December 14, 2020

We were supposed to be celebrating 150 years of service to the Miami Valley this year. We know you were expecting to do a lot in 2020, too. There’s no denying it: this year has been hard. For victims of domestic violence, isolated in an unsafe home with their abuser. For our frontline staff, who… Continue Reading 2020 Community Appeal: Challenges, but also progress

Category

Blog