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Company:YWCA of the National Capital AreaCurrent Opportunities (0) Company Website  Location(s):624 Ninth Street NW,2nd Floor Washington, DC 20001 Map Location
Phone:(202) 626-0700Industry:AssociationsSize:50-99 |
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Company OverviewFounded in 1905, the YWCA is a women's membership movement nourished by its rich history and strong community roots. Strengthened by diversity, the Association creates opportunities to educate, motivate, and support women, children, and their families to achieve their fullest potential. The YWCA also promotes racial justice and gender equity.WE ARE an organization of "firsts and follow-throughs," first to spot societal inequities and fearless in finding ways to fix them. Over the years, we have had remarkable resourceful leadership-women who were relentless in their pursuit of better lives for all people. We have been fortunate to be part of a community that has embraced our values and worked with us to transform vision into reality. OUR MISSION is to eliminate racism and empower women and their families with career education and training, health and wellness, and child and youth development programs that foster independence, economic stability, and overall well-being. OUR VISION is a community that reaches out to those in need, provides opportunities, cultivates healthy lifestyles, challenges social stereotypes, and values diversity and equality. OUR HISTORY is one of vision, determination, and an unwavering commitment to fulfilling our mission. We have grown and changed in tandem with the grater Washington area, always on the forefront in addressing racial and gender inequities, as well as responding to the emerging needs of women and children in our community. For a full timeline, click here. OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS consists of women in the community from all different backgrounds who volunteer their time because they believe in the mission, vision, and programs of the YWCA National Capital Area. Click here for a list of our Board of Directors. YWCA STAFF are passionate about the YWCA mission and want to improve the quality of life in the greater Washington metropolitan area through their work. |
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