At its heart, YWCA High Point advocates for social justice with several key focus areas. Social justice is embedded into the work we do internally as an organization and externally in the community with our clients and partner organizations.
By harnessing the potential of every woman, YWCA brings real change to the fight for gender equality and racial justice.
2019 ADVOCACY AGENDA
Goal: End the criminalization of people of color.
Issues Include:
- Racial Profiling
- School Discipline
- School-to-Prison Pipeline
- Mass Incarceration
Goal: Protect the rights and safety of marginalized communities.
Issues Include:
- Voting Rights
- Census
Goal: Remove barriers for women’s opportunities and expand workplace opportunities participation.
Issues Include:
- STEAM Opportunities
- Workforce Development
Goal: Ensure those seeking safety and opportunity in the US can arrive and live without fear, harm or discrimination.
Issues Include:
- Family Separation
- DREAM Act
- Asylum for Survivors of Violence
- Child Care
- Housing
Goal: Ensure women, girls, and marginalized communities have access to quality, affordable, comprehensive, and culturally competent health care.
Issues Include:
- Maternal Health
- Health Disparities
ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
- Advocate for Legislation: Federal, State & Local
- Capitol Hill Day & In-District Advocacy Day
- Issue Education
- Community Forums
- Voter Registration
- Partnerships, Coalitions & Work Groups
SOCIAL JUSTICE & ADVOCACY EVENTS
YEARLY UPCOMING SOCIAL JUSTICE EVENTS
- Stand Against Racism: April
- Candidate Forum: September
- Community Thanksgiving: November
- Week Without Violence
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The YWCA has provided opportunities, programs, and support that is specific to my needs.
I’ve never been to an organization that is more accommodating and friendlier than the YWCA of High Point.
Good swimming, good fitness, good friends.
It’s convenient, has a great atmosphere, and a great selection of programs for the amount of pay.
The YWCA is that place that is like a third home to me. The people are super friendly, super welcoming, and super caring. That is what really makes the YWCA a place I love to be.
Everyone I’ve come in contact with at the YWCA is genuinely nice and helpful. They are attentive to my needs and I always feel comfortable at the YWCA.
Along with the calm and pleasant atmosphere, the YWCA’s fitness programs that are offered have improved my overall health.
I only have the highest things to say about the YWCA. The facilities and programs have met the specific needs of my wife and I and the people know us by name. Overall, it has been a great fit for us.
The YWCA is convenient for me and my schedule. They are always consistent in their programs and always hospitable.
I appreciate the reliability and availability of their programs and amenities.