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(NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Aug. 24, 2021)  The largest emergency pet shelter for victims of domestic abuse in Tennessee is now open on the campus of YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee’s Weaver Domestic Violence Center. Community and civic leaders gathered Tuesday, Aug. 24 for a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony at the 800-square foot facility that can… Continue Reading YWCA OPENS A SAFE PLACE FOR PETS TO HEAL WITH THEIR PEOPLE

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 8, 2021) – YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee has elected 13 new members to its Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 term. New members represent leaders in the legal, finance, business, and media sectors. “This past year has challenged nonprofit organizations like never before, and I’m grateful for the steady leadership and… Continue Reading YWCA NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE ANNOUNCES 2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – June 1, 2021 – The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee’s Family Learning Center a $230,000 grant to support its adult literacy program. This local grant is part of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation’s recent award of a $10.5 million donation to support summer, family, and adult… Continue Reading YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee Receives $230,000 Grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to Support Adult Literacy

YWCA leads effort to educate all licensed cosmetologists and barbers across Tennessee (NASHVILLE, Tenn. – May 3, 2021) – Salon professionals have a unique relationship with their clients. The women and men behind the chair are in the perfect position to hear about and see the signs of domestic violence. But many may not know how… Continue Reading NEW TENNESSEE LAW ENLISTS BEAUTY INDUSTRY TO HELP CUT OUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE