YWCA is on a mission and YWCA South Florida is making it our own!
To empower South Florida families, we must meet them where they are most vulnerable and provide the compassion and services that place them on a path to self-sufficiency and prosperity.
Our vision is that all women and their families can achieve their full potential in a world without discrimination.
This requires a focus on the future, anticipating the needs of our clients, and creating innovative solutions to the problems they most often face – poverty, unsafe living conditions, lack of reliable and affordable childcare, and under- or unemployment.
We are committed to responding to the needs of our clients today and in the future.
We remain rooted in rich history, but our approach to serving our clients is holistic, strategic and innovative.
Programs and Services ↘
Our programs and services touch every stage of a family’s life and career.
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Community Voice
YWCA’s Office of Community Voice works with South Florida communities who have been left out of the conversation, whether about their economic futures, their neighborhoods, or what's ahead for their children. Our goal is simple: when decisions are made about South Florida, the people who live here are heard. Learn more about our initiatives like Community Justice Challenge and YWomen Vote!
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Family Wellness Program
Through its Family Wellness Program, YWCA South Florida offers crucial health education and prevention services, including life-saving breast and cervical cancer screenings and comprehensive support for managing chronic conditions. This initiative ensures that everyone has access to the care they need, enhancing overall health and well-being in South Florida.
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Preschool
YWCA South Florida enhances early childhood education, offering preschool programs that combine structured play and learning in a nurturing environment to close the achievement gap. With a focus on social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development, these programs support every child as an individual learner.
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Court Care & KidSpace
YWCA South Florida's Court Care & KidSpace offer free, supervised childcare for children aged 6 months to 13 years while their parents or guardians attend court proceedings, ensuring a nurturing environment during stressful times. This essential service, allows parents to focus on legal matters, knowing their children are in safe hands.
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Afterschool
YWCA South Florida offers an enriching afterschool program for VPK-5th graders, blending homework assistance, financial literacy, and recreational activities. This initiative focuses on building future leaders through global education and STEM, fostering a love of learning beyond the classroom.
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Economic Prosperity
YWCA South Florida champions financial empowerment and economic advancement for families across South Florida. YWCA prepares residents for self-sufficiency, through programs including entrepreneurship, financial coaching, and Matched Savings.