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YWCA USA: Support Survivors and Speak Out
This is an excerpt: Recently, new stories of sexual assault and harassment dominate the news cycle. But women, survivors and advocates confront these issues every day, whether or not they make the press.
The Muslim Travel Ban Puts Families At Risk
This is an excerpt: For Immediate ReleaseContact: Danielle Marse-Kapr845.629.8656 | dmarsekapr@ywca.orgSTATEMENT BY YWCA USA CEO Alejandra Y. Castillo“Today the Supreme Court lifted the restraining order on the Muslim travel ban, leaving immigrants, refugees and families exposed to further racial profiling by the federal government.
The Tax Cuts And Jobs Act: Bad For Women And Families
This is an excerpt: The tax legislation which passed the Senate today, brazenly threatens the health, economic security, and safety of women, families, and communities of color. As a result of this decision, 13 million people will be left without health insurance.
YWCA Congratulates New Topeka Mayor, YWCA Alum
This is an excerpt: New Topeka Mayor, Michelle De La Isla, is a testament to the incredible successes women can achieve when they are given the support and resources they need.
YWCA USA: Week Without Violence: October 16-20
This is an excerpt: For Immediate ReleaseOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During the third week of October (October 16-20) YWCAs across the country recognize Week Without Violence, part of a global movement to end violence against women and girls with YWCAs across the country and around the world. At YWCA, we know that not all violence is acknowledged or responded to equally.
Another Attack on Women’s Reproductive Health
This is an excerpt: For Immediate ReleaseThe White House has announced a proposed rule that expands the religious exemption to the federal requirement that health insurance plans include birth control coverage. The rule is open for public comment until December 5, 2017.STATEMENT BY YWCA USA CEO Alejandra Y. Castillo