Our fitness centers at YWCA Downtown and Midtown are now open as of June 22. As we reopen, you can be certain your health and safety is our top priority. YWCA Uptown plans to open on July 15. Learn more about reopening and our Uptown temporary closure.
YWCA Minneapolis is a trusted social justice organization with a 125+ year history of advocacy for women and children. Through our high-quality programs, classes and workshops, we connect individuals and families across the Twin Cities with the knowledge, community and resources to thrive.
View the latest press releases and news reports featuring YWCA Minneapolis below. For media inquiries, please contact Cori Mattli at cmattli@ywcampls.org or 612-460-1125.
If you are white, you might be surprised that your “normal” way of life is a privilege that Black people don’t get to enjoy. As many of us attempt to...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2020 – Together, YWCA Minneapolis and YWCA St. Paul are holding two simultaneous virtual events to join communities, give space to grieve and honor the...
Phased reopening approach includes enhanced cleaning protocols and employee health screenings June 15, 2020 — YWCA Minneapolis announced the reopening of its three fitness facilities (Downtown, Midtown and Uptown locations)...
The time since Memorial Day has been tragic, heartbreaking and sadly, reaffirming – reaffirming of our lack of progress toward racial justice. On the evening of May 25, George Floyd...
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 We are like so many, outraged by the actions of the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) in killing George Floyd. We condemn their actions and we are...
Many Minnesotans are at a loss for words after the death of George Floyd. But some local leaders say the state’s business community can play a pivotal role in driving...
