YWCA Lancaster

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for YWCA Lancaster's New Choices Career Development Program Summer Course! Dates: Tuesday and Thursday: July 30, August 1, 6, 8, 13, & 15 Time: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Location: 1905 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602 Please note, lunch will not be provided. This course is designed to empower you with the tools and confidence needed to advance your career. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and open new doors! For more information, please contact Deb St. Onge at dstonge@ywcalancaster.org or visit YWCALancaster.org for more details!

Today, we recognize Black Women's Equal Pay Day, a stark reminder of the persistent wage gap that Black women face in the workforce. This date symbolizes how far into the year Black women must work to earn what white men earned in the previous year. On average, Black women are paid just 66 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men. This inequity affects families, communities, and our economy as a whole. At YWCA Lancaster, we are committed to uplifting our community and advocating for change. It takes nearly 20 months for Black women to earn what white men make in 12 months—this must change. Join us in standing up for equal pay. Support policies that promote wage equality, such as the Paycheck Fairness Act currently in Congress. Get involved with our initiatives to empower Black women and get out to vote in November!! Together, we can make a difference and work towards a future where every woman and female-identifying and aligned individual is paid fairly for their work.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for YWCA Lancaster's New Choices Career Development Program Summer Course! Dates: Tuesday and Thursday: July 30, August 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22 Time: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Location: 1905 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602 Please note, lunch will not be provided. This course is designed to empower you with the tools and confidence needed to advance your career. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and open new doors! If you or someone you know are looking for a change, please contact our Program Director, Deb St. Onge, at dstonge@ywcalancaster.org or visit YWCALancaster.org for more details!

Don't miss your chance to honor the incredible women and female-identifying and aligned community members who shape our community with their dedication, leadership, and vision. YWCA Lancaster's Women of Achievement Awards are here to celebrate those making a difference! Nominate now at YWCALancaster.org! By recognizing these leaders, we amplify their voices and support their work towards a just future. Act now and make a difference in someone's life!

Great news! We've extended the deadline to nominate incredible women and female-identifying and aligned community members for the Women of Achievement Awards. Do you know someone who shapes our community with their commitment, leadership, or vision? Now’s your chance to honor a dedicated coworker, passionate volunteer, or justice advocate in Lancaster. Nominate today at YWCALancaster.org! Let’s celebrate those driving Lancaster County towards a just future. By recognizing these leaders, we amplify their voices and advocate for positive change. Nominations close Thursday, June 27th at 5pm. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!

Do you know a woman or female-identifying and aligned community member who shapes Lancaster with their dedication, leadership, or vision? This is your chance to honor them! Nominate a deserving individual now at YWCALancaster.org! Recognize those making a positive impact—whether they're a coworker, volunteer, or justice advocate. By celebrating these leaders, we amplify their voices and support their incredible work towards a just future. Today is the last day for nominations! Make a difference in someone's life by acknowledging them! Nominations close today at 5pm!

Nominate a deserving woman and female-identifying and aligned community member today at YWCALancaster.org! Do you know someone who shapes our community with their commitment, leadership, or vision? It could be a dedicated coworker, a passionate volunteer, or a justice advocate throughout Lancaster. YWCA Lancaster proudly celebrates the incredible impact of women and female-identifying and aligned community members through the Women of Achievement Awards. This event honors the talent and inspiration driving Lancaster County towards a just future. By recognizing these leaders, we amplify their voices and advocate for those who may not be heard. It is important to be a voice for others, to uplift and support the individuals who tirelessly work towards positive change. Nominate today and make a difference in their lives!

Thank you for joining YWCA Lancaster for the "groundbreaking" of our YForward Project! This initiative marks a significant step towards a brighter future for our community, focusing on building for empowerment, support, and justice for all. Together, we are paving the way for vital programs and resources that will uplift and inspire. Your support helps us build a stronger, more inclusive Lancaster. Check out our Facebook and Instagram for more photos!

Today, I am deeply humbled and grateful to be honored during the Women Veterans Day Ceremony presented by the Governor's Advisory Commission on Women and the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. As a transgender woman who served prior to transition and was discharged under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, this recognition is particularly meaningful to me. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Stacie Blake, CEO of YWCA Lancaster, for nominating me for this honor. It was both unexpected and a testament to the inclusion and acceptance of LGBTQ+ folx she’s helped foster at YWCA Lancaster.  I also want to thank the staff and board members who are attending the ceremony to show their support. Your presence means the world to me. I have been blessed with incredible mentors who have shaped my path and helped me navigate challenges. I want to give a special shout-out to two of them: Laurie Battaglia and Christine Courtney. Your guidance, encouragement, and belief in me have been invaluable. You have helped me see the continuity between my military service and my current work in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. As I stand among these remarkable women veterans today, I am reminded that our paths may have been different, but our commitment to service and to making a difference is the same. To all the women veterans out there, thank you for your service, your sacrifices, and your unwavering dedication. https://lnkd.in/eJfpdxQf #WomenVeteransDay #Honored #Grateful #MilitaryService #Mentorship #Inclusion #Transgender #Pride

Join YWCA Lancaster for the groundbreaking of our YForward Project! This initiative marks a significant step towards a brighter future for our community, focusing on building for empowerment, support, and justice for all. We will celebrate this monumental occasion on Monday, June 17th, 9:30am - 11:00AM. Join us as we pave the way for our vital programs and resources that will uplift and inspire. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive Lancaster. Stay tuned for updates and progress on this transformative journey. Let's move forward, together!