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YWCA York Recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

York, PA – (October 4, 2022) Every year in October, advocates, survivors, and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Throughout the month of October, YWCA York has several awareness and educational activities planned to take action, prevent domestic violence, and support survivors. To kick off the month, YWCA York will be hosting… Continue Reading YWCA York Recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

YWCA York Remembers Stephanie Seaton, Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award Recipient

Thursday, September 8, 2022

(September 8, 2022) On this day, tomorrow and forever in our hearts we will remember Stephanie Seaton as a mother, a social justice warrior, a community activist and a women’s rights advocate.  Ms. Seaton received the Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award because of her fierce determination for women’s rights, and for her work advancing equality and… Continue Reading YWCA York Remembers Stephanie Seaton, Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award Recipient

YWCA York to Honor Lizaida Morales with Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

York, PA – (August 15, 2022) YWCA York announces Lizaida Morales as the 2022 Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award recipient, as selected by the board’s advocacy committee. This award is sponsored by Stock and Leader Attorneys at Law. In 1995, YWCA York created the Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award to recognize women advocates for their work on… Continue Reading YWCA York to Honor Lizaida Morales with Dorrie Leader Advocacy Award

YWCA York Announces New Board Leadership

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

York, PA – (August 2, 2022) YWCA York announced new board leadership that will focus on the high-level strategy, oversight and accountability of the organization while supporting the nonprofit’s work of eliminating racism and empowering women. “This is an exciting time for our organization and the strengths these leaders bring will only serve to add… Continue Reading YWCA York Announces New Board Leadership

Teen Dating Violence Awareness

Monday, April 4, 2022

In a recent episode of a wildly popular television show about teens and young people, one of the young male characters verbally assaults his partner. The two shout at and berate one another, both struggling to feel heard and understood by the other. In prior episodes, viewers also witnessed that same leading male character physically… Continue Reading Teen Dating Violence Awareness

Restorative Yoga FREE 2/22

Monday, January 3, 2022

Restore, refresh, renew! Join us for this FREE, virtual yoga class with Chris. In restorative yoga, the use of props such as blocks, bolsters, or blankets can help you to settle into passive poses which allow your body and mind a gentle healing rest. This is a wonderful yoga practice for these cozy winter months. Register today:… Continue Reading Restorative Yoga FREE 2/22

YWCA York Reopens Child Care on June 8th

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Child Care and Summer Day Camps Begin on June 8th York, PA – (May 22, 2020). YWCA York’s EARLY LEARNING CENTER WILL REOPEN ON MONDAY, JUNE 8TH. Detailed policies related to COVID-19 guidelines will be emailed to registered families. New applications are being accepted. YWCA York operates an Early Learning Center for children ages six weeks to three… Continue Reading YWCA York Reopens Child Care on June 8th

Learn to Swim Like a Mermaid

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

York, PA – (March 5, 2019) A Mermaid Fun Swim class will be offered on Saturday, April 6 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at YWCA York, 320 East Market Street, York. Boys and girls ages six and up will learn how to swim like a beautiful mermaid or a stealth-like merman. Instructors will give participants… Continue Reading Learn to Swim Like a Mermaid