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YWCA Spring Breakfast Brings Nashville Community Together to Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence

Tuesday, May 7, 2019

  NA SHVILLE, Tenn. (May 7, 2019)—Seventeen years after escaping an abusive marriage, a Nashville mother shared her story of survival, hope, and healing with 1,000 guests at the YWCA Spring Breakfast on Tuesday, April 30.  Elia Bass was joined on stage at the Music City Center by her 20-year old son, Roy Tapia. He… Continue Reading YWCA Spring Breakfast Brings Nashville Community Together to Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence

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Stand Against Racism Tackles the Intersection of Racism and Immigration

Monday, April 29, 2019

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.)—YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee hosted the annual Stand Against Racism on Thursday, April 25 on the steps of the Historic Metro Courthouse and Public Square Park. Neither the threat of rain nor the NFL Draft (kicking off a few blocks away) could keep more than 100 advocates, supporters, and partners away from this… Continue Reading Stand Against Racism Tackles the Intersection of Racism and Immigration

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YWCA Teams Up with Nashville Predators to Help End Violence Against Women

Friday, February 15, 2019

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 15, 2019) – The Bridgestone Arena was ground zero for shining the spotlight on the crisis of domestic violence in Nashville and Middle Tennessee on Sunday, Feb. 10. More than 17,000 fans and spectators witnessed how extensive this crime is in our community, and across the U.S., through videos, public service announcements,… Continue Reading YWCA Teams Up with Nashville Predators to Help End Violence Against Women

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No Hate No Fear – 2019 Stand Against Racism Luncheon Series & Public Rally Announced

Monday, January 21, 2019

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) – Ten years after the failed “English Only” referendum, YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee is hosting a Lunch & Learn series on racism and immigration and the ways they intersect in our community. The series will conclude with the annual Stand Against Racism public rally in Downtown Nashville on April 25. Learn more… Continue Reading No Hate No Fear – 2019 Stand Against Racism Luncheon Series & Public Rally Announced