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NEW TENNESSEE LAW ENLISTS BEAUTY INDUSTRY TO HELP CUT OUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 

Monday, May 3, 2021

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 

YWCA HOSTS STAND AGAINST RACISM VIRTUAL COMMUNITY RALLY – ADDRESSING RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS

Friday, April 23, 2021

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) –  YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee takes a Stand Against Racism every day by raising awareness about the impact of institutional and structural racism and by building community among those who work for racial justice. This year’s Stand Against Racism Community Rally will be a virtual event and feature civic and civil rights… Continue Reading YWCA HOSTS STAND AGAINST RACISM VIRTUAL COMMUNITY RALLY – ADDRESSING RACISM AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS

THOUSANDS PARTICIPATE IN YWCA NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE’S RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE CHALLENGE

Friday, April 9, 2021

(NASHVILLE, Tenn. – April 9, 2021) – YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee recently wrapped up its annual 21 Day Racial Equity and Social Justice Challenge. More than 3,100 individuals from Nashville and around the region participated. The Challenge is a part of YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women and featured daily emails and… Continue Reading THOUSANDS PARTICIPATE IN YWCA NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE’S RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE CHALLENGE

Why as a black, cisgender southerner, I must support the right of transgender youth to participate freely in the sport of their gender identity

Wednesday, March 31, 2021

The picture that accompanies this essay always makes me focus. I am a black cisgender woman and an athlete. I played competitive tennis in my youth and have been a runner for decades. I have completed numerous full marathons and was by far the oldest person in my boot camp exercise class. I am a… Continue Reading Why as a black, cisgender southerner, I must support the right of transgender youth to participate freely in the sport of their gender identity

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YWCA NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE TO LAUNCH 21-DAY RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE CHALLENGE

Thursday, February 18, 2021

  NASHILLE, Tenn. – Feb. 18, 2021) – YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee is launching its annual 21 Day Racial Equity and Social Justice Challenge on March 1, 2021 as part of a national movement to engage communities in anti-racist work. The Challenge coincides with Women’s History Month and will focus on four main topics:… Continue Reading YWCA NASHVILLE & MIDDLE TENNESSEE TO LAUNCH 21-DAY RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE CHALLENGE

YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee Hosts 9th annual Wine Women & Shoes

Thursday, January 14, 2021

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 14, 2021) – We’re hosting a party with a purpose! Join us for the 9th annual Wine Women and Shoes on Saturday, Feb. 20. Be one of Nashville’s most fashionable and fabulous women and don’t miss out! This year’s event, presented by Regions Bank, will be a virtual affair, with guests joining… Continue Reading YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee Hosts 9th annual Wine Women & Shoes

Pets are welcome here – Amazon delivers holiday gift to help build pet shelter

Thursday, December 3, 2020

(NASHVILLE, Tenn. – December 3, 2020)  Pets are a part of our everyday lives. Pets are an important source of comfort and emotional support. Pets are part of the family. But for women and children experiencing domestic abuse, fear of abuse of their beloved pets is a barrier to finding safety for themselves. “We see… Continue Reading Pets are welcome here – Amazon delivers holiday gift to help build pet shelter

YWCA Hosts Virtual Academy for Women of Achievement Celebration

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 27, 2020) –YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee hosted its 29th annual Academy for Women of Achievement celebration with a pinning ceremony and virtual celebration on Wednesday, October 21. To ensure the health and safety of our community, six of the eight individual honorees gathered at the YWCA main office to be… Continue Reading YWCA Hosts Virtual Academy for Women of Achievement Celebration