The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts was founded in 1911. The Mission of the YWCA speaks to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women. The YWCA has undergone major changes nationally, regionally and locally, but it has continued “to create opportunities for women’s growth leadership and power” since its inception.
The organization adopted its One Imperative in 1970, “to thrust our collective power toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary” and continues to work to that goal internally and throughout its service area. The Board of Directors and staff reflect the diversity of the area with a concentrated effort to have many locales served.
The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts serves the region surrounding Greater New Bedford including communities south of Brockton, east to Provincetown and west to Attleboro. The YWCA is one of 300 local associations of the YWCA USA, incorporated individually and operated autonomously by a Board of Directors elected by the general membership.
The programs and services of the YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts are identified in five areas. They are Advocacy, Adult Services, Wellness for Women and Girls, the Women’s Collaborative Project and Youth Services.
Mission:
The YWCA is a women’s membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values.
Strengthened by diversity, the Association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision: Peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all people.
The Association will thrust its collective power toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary.
Please visit us online at: http://www.ywca.org
What better way to celebrate your day, than to treat yourself to a day of pampering? It’s International Women’s Day, so enjoy it!
Take the time to treat yourself to a relaxing massage. Restore balance to your life through the spiritual healing of Reiki. Talk to skin care professionals or get a manicure just in time for a night out on the town. Pampering services are all compliments of the YWCA and the professional women who have generously volunteered, so take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to relax and socialize with other women.
The YWCA’s Sweet Indulgence will take place on Saturday, March 8th. It will be located at The Sky Room at Howland Place, 651 Orchard Street, New Bedford from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. A cash bar and sweet indulgences will be available.
International Women’s Day is celebrated in many countries all over the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their great achievements. It is a day for looking back at past struggles and accomplishments, and more importantly, for looking ahead to the opportunities that await future generations of women. When women on all continents, often divided by national boundaries and by ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political differences, come together to celebrate their day, they can look back to a tradition that represents at least nine decades of struggle for peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.
For information on Sweet Indulgence or other YWCA programs and services, please call Athena Mota at (508) 999-3255.