When we rented our previous shelter nearly 40 years ago, we couldn't imagine the progress and number of individuals & families we have been able to support. Here's a throwback of Shirley Readdean and Carol Merril-Mazurek at the ribbon-cutting ceremony of our former shelter!

Today is Black Women's Equal Pay Day. This day is a reminder of the persistent gender and racial pay gap. We urge you to keep advocating for equity, fair wages, and an end to the disparities that hinder Black women's economic empowerment. #EqualPayForEqualWork #PayEquity

The House Labor HHS Appropriations Subcommittee proposed cutting #HeadStart by $750 million for the next FY which would mean over 80K children would no longer be able to participate in Head Start or Early Head Start due to lack of funds. Write your reps! buff.ly/44Tb5b4

You have two months to assemble and train your dream team...we're kicking off Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a #TriviaNight hosted by Tim Sokol at FrogAlleyBrewing on September 28th! More information and pre-registration will be available soon so stay tuned 💡🧠

Improving our community goes hand in hand with nurturing positive mental health. Listening better to yourself of those around you and getting involved with local organizations are great places to start when working toward safer, more inclusive, and equitable communities!

It's #BlackBusinessMonth, a time to recognize and uplift Black business owners & their accomplishments. By supporting Black-owned businesses, we foster economic growth, empower our community, and celebrate diversity.

The Albany Black Chamber of Commerce works with and advocates for Black and Minority-owned businesses to set them up for continued success by offering 5 pillars of service - advocacy, access to capital, contracting, entrepreneur training, & development. #BlackBusinessMonth

A friendly reminder from our STRIVE program! Tomorrow is Monday, a fresh start to a new week. No matter what journey you're going on this week, you've got this! 🧡🌟

We had a little appreciation day earlier this week with Kona Ice, thank you to our incredible team for all that you do! Kona Ice stopped by ALL of our locations for our team and clients to enjoy a treat 🍧 Pictured is our shelter coordinator, Fontayna, waiting for hers! #YWCA

Join us for breakfast and an empowerment presentation with a keynote given by Dr. Shai Butler. Register today at buff.ly/45mqrFb #YWCA #OnAMission #Empowerment

Our goal for this #NationalNonprofitDay is to raise $5,000 to support individuals through our rapid rehousing program! We need 200 allies to make an impact by contributing $25 or more to help 6 individuals move into their own homes for the first time! buff.ly/3p9o1ql

Last week, some of our team had the opportunity to take a public speaking class with Mopco! We had a blast and are looking forward to putting our new skills to work to move our mission forward. Thank you to our instructor, Livia, and the rest of the Mopco team!

Make a meaningful impact today with a donation to our housing program! Your donation will directly support individuals by providing essentials from sheets to kitchen essentials and everything in between! Visit ywca-neny.org/donate to donate now🧡

Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast at Trivia Night! Grab your friends, form a team, and prepare for an evening of fun! 🏆 Prizes for the top teams! 🤝 Socialize and network 💜Support a cause All proceeds from this event benefit YWCA NENY's dv support services.

We’re excited to participate in NNEDV’s #DVCounts survey day on September 7th. This one-of-a-kind annual count shows the services domestic violence survivors seek in a 24-hour period and the needs that can’t be met due to a lack of resources. Learn more: NNEDV.org/DVCounts

Are you passionate about shaping the future? Do you believe in the power of education to inspire and empower? We're seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our community's youngest learners. Apply today! buff.ly/3P4jzWH

Every day, thousands of #domesticviolence survivors access essential programs and services like ours. Every survivor has a story to tell. NNEDV’s #DVCounts survey helps us tell the stories behind the numbers & we’re so excited to participate. Learn more: buff.ly/3hhLnYi

Join us for a night of fun and facts at the YWCA NorthEastern NY Trivia Night! Test your knowledge, compete with friends, and support a great cause. Gather your team and register today! buff.ly/3Oy5a4F

You are not alone. We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Save the number, save a life. #suicidepreventionmonth

📅 Mark your calendars and secure your spot for our upcoming autumn events! Every dollar raised from our September and October events will directly contribute to YWCA NENY's vital domestic violence support services. We hope to see you soon 💜💜 buff.ly/3fbONwz