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A Woman of Will – Meet Lucy Parsons

Monday, September 5, 2022

For almost 70 years, Lucy Parsons fought for the rights of the poor and disenfranchised in the face of an increasingly oppressive industrial economic system. Lucy’s radical activism challenged the racist and sexist sentiment in a time when even radical Americans believed that a woman’s place was in the home. A dynamic, militant, self-educated public… Continue Reading A Woman of Will – Meet Lucy Parsons

Remembering Jason Jenkins

Monday, August 29, 2022

Remembering Jason Jenkins 1974-2022 This blog post is dedicated to our beloved YWCA South Florida board member and friend, Mr. Jason Jenkins. A devoted husband and adoring father of three, Jason passed away unexpectedly this past weekend. Our board is devastated and in shock. We were honored to spend time with Jason during our annual board retreat,… Continue Reading Remembering Jason Jenkins

Support Black-Owned Businesses in the 305

Monday, August 8, 2022

Miami-Dade County Government recently declared the month of August as Black Business Month! Multiple events throughout the month celebrate Miami’s Black business community, which is a vital contributor to South Florida’s economy. In just our county, BOBs make up 51,285 businesses and employ 12,227 individuals! “During Black Business Month, local government officials, community leaders and venture capitalists… Continue Reading Support Black-Owned Businesses in the 305

YWCA South Florida Receives the 2022 Florida Equity, Equality & Justice Influencer Award

Monday, July 11, 2022

  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — YWCA South Florida, a leading voice for women, girls and all marginalized individuals across South Florida, received the 2022 Florida Equity, Equality & Justice Influencer Award from Leadership Florida. The award was announced on June 25 at Leadership Florida’s Annual Meeting in Orlando. The Florida Equity, Equality & Justice Influencer Award… Continue Reading YWCA South Florida Receives the 2022 Florida Equity, Equality & Justice Influencer Award

YWCA SAR Wrap Up Social Post

Stand Against Racism Challenge Wrap Up

Thursday, April 28, 2022

THAT’S A WRAP! STAND AGAINST RACISM CHALLENGE 2022 IN REVIEW These past 21 days of the Stand Against Racism Challenge (SAR) have proven to be intense, meaningful, and opened our minds to unlimited growth through productive dialogues! Videos and discussions about race, culture, and social injustices, have impacted countless people. YWCA South Florida would like… Continue Reading Stand Against Racism Challenge Wrap Up