This column originally appeared in the Tennessean newspaper on Sunday, Aug. 26 Shan Foster saw a lot of violence as a child and young man that left an indelible mark on him. “I saw women who were victims,” he said. “I saw men who had bad role models. As a consequence, they in turn inflicted violence on… Continue Reading How men can make Tennessee a safer place for women – Plazas (Tennessean)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 21, 2018) — The YWCA is thrilled to announce Scott Hamilton, the most recognized male figure skating star in the world, is the featured speaker for the 3rd annual AMEND Experience. The Olympic Gold medalist, best-selling author, broadcaster, cancer survivor, humanitarian, and motivational speaker will inspire the audience not to give up… Continue Reading Olympic Champion, Humanitarian & Cancer Survivor to Offer Keynote at 3rd Annual AMEND Experience
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 18, 2018) – Seven inspiring women and one area company have been selected as inductees into the 2018 Academy for Women of Achievement. They will be honored at the 27th annual AWA celebration and induction dinner at the Music City Center’s Davidson Ballroom on Oct. 11. The event is presented by… Continue Reading YWCA Names 2018 Academy for Women of Achievement Honorees
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Latrina Williams was recently named Vice President-Controller for YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee. Williams manages the financial, technological, and administrative activities of the YWCA. She is responsible for accounting, billing, financial planning and forecasting, IT/ technology, treasury management, risk management, property, and administration. Prior to joining the YWCA, Williams served as… Continue Reading YWCA Names New Members to Leadership Team
With her husband’s hands around her throat, Mary Jones cried out for her son as he screamed, “Let my mama go!” She had sent her two children down the hall to retrieve their shoes so they could leave. “I’m thinking, this is going to be my last breath, and if he kills me, he’s going… Continue Reading Domestic violence: Nashville shelter expands to house more victims fleeing abusive homes (Tennessean)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Vanderbilt athletes teamed up with community leaders to raise money for a good cause. The second-ever Vanderbilt Legends Charity Softball Game was held at Hawkins Field Saturday night. It started with a home run derby that was followed by the game. The game featured stars from the university’s football, basketball, and… Continue Reading 2nd Vanderbilt Legends Charity Game Held (NewsChannel 5)
“Police find 4 dead in murder-suicide at Murfreesboro home” (WMC-TV 5-28) “4 killed in apparent murder-suicide at Tennessee home, police say” (FOX News Channel 5-29) Friends attend vigil for Cassidy Ganey, young mom killed in Murfreesboro murder-suicide (DNJ 5-30) These are just a handful of the headlines that announced the murders of Cassidy Ganey, her… Continue Reading We Need to Call it Domestic Violence – (Tennessean Op/Ed by YWCA CEO Sharon K. Roberson)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The state of Tennessee is top ten in the nation for domestic violence homicides, according to local experts. Tragedy unfolded Saturday night when police found Tonya Davis dead in the entryway of her home on Southside Court. Her husband, Cleveland Lamont Bell, admitted to police he shot his wife during a… Continue Reading Tennessee Ranks Top 10 For Domestic-Related Homicides (NewsChannel 5)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Domestic violence is at an epidemic level in Tennessee. One in four women will be affected. The most dangerous time is when a victim tries to leave, says Sharon K. Roberson, CEO of the YWCA. Watch her interview with Neil Orne that aired on News 2 at 11 a.m.. The YWCA… Continue Reading Newsmaker: Sharon Roberson, CEO YWCA (WKRN-TV)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee’s Family Literacy Center (FLC) celebrated the success of 57 students on Saturday, June 9. The graduates range in age from 18 to 66-years old and even featured a father and son duo who earned perfect scores in several sections of the challenging HiSET (formerly GED) exam.… Continue Reading 2018 FLC Graduation Celebrates Dedication to Education