Racism as a Public Health Crisis
04.06.2021
In honor of National Public Health Week (April 5-11, 2021), a member of our staff reflects on racism as a public health crisis. I was asked to write about racism…Read more
A Note from the CEO: Celebrating Women’s History Month
03.29.2021
As we close out Women’s History Month, we’re presented with wonderful opportunities to be inspired by and celebrate amazing women in our world and in our lives. It’s often said…Read more
On Using Survivors for Public Argument
08.11.2020
The YWCA’s mission guides our programming and advocacy. It lies at the heart of our efforts. Eliminating racism Empowering women and girls Promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all…Read more
Celebrating Juneteenth
06.19.2020
Black Lives Matter, and one way we can honor them is to celebrate, liberate, and educate today, on Juneteenth. The holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.…Read more
An Open Letter to White Women On the Occasion of the Murder of Yet Another Black Woman’s Child
05.28.2020
When it comes to ending racism, it all matters… What you believe, say, and do; What school you send your…Read more
Remembering Deb Bailey
05.01.2020
Like so many, on Monday we learned of Deb Bailey’s passing. We are still settling into that reality, although our hearts remain heavy with grief. It’s impossible to quantify all…Read more
SAAM Spotlight: Q&A with Dr. Barbara Wynn
04.29.2020
In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we are pleased to spotlight Dr. Barbara Wynn. Over the course of her career, Dr. Wynn has elevated the level of care patients…Read more
Why hospitals and police point sexual assault victims to the YWCA
09.20.2019
Yesterday, a news report was aired about a victim of sexual assault’s unfortunate experience in attempting to access medical-forensic services. Without exception, a victim of sexual assault gets to determine…Read more
LGBTQ: 5 Questions You Might Have About Coming to the YWCA
07.18.2019
By Jazz McKinney, YWCA Therapist You might have seen a rainbow flag on our website. Maybe you saw our table at Pride. But if you’re a member of the LGBTQ…Read more
This Pride Month, an Open Letter and Call to Action
06.24.2019
To our LGBTQ+ Community, Catholic Charities West Michigan, and Kent County’s Foster Care and Adoption Agencies The YWCA West Central Michigan is, at its heart, a social justice movement – a…Read more