Upcoming events

Empower Forward 2025
Jun
14

Empower Forward 2025

Empower Forward: A Trivia Brunch for Change. Join us for a lively two-hour trivia brunch where you’ll connect with like-minded community members, test your knowledge of social change and explore ways to make an impact—all while enjoying great food and company.

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Empower Possible
Sep
10

Empower Possible

For more than 130 years, we’ve inspired our community to envision what’s possible.

Through racial justice training and advocacy, early learning, youth empowerment and wellness programs, we empower the possible. You can help at our annual Empower Possible fundraising event.

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April Tri Together Event
Apr
27
WTri

April Tri Together Event

If this is your first triathlon, or if your training could use a boost, join us for the Tri Together Day on Sunday, April 27.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about each element of the race, practice and meet new training buddies!

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Tri Basics Talk
Mar
16
WTri

Tri Basics Talk

Whether you are considering registering, wondering what you got yourself into, or did your first tri and want the next to go better, this is a great place to start. We’ll cover the basics of how triathlon works, what happens on race day, training guidelines and what to wear.

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University of Minnesota Volleyball Clinic
Feb
22

University of Minnesota Volleyball Clinic

Hone your volleyball skills with Minnesota Volleyball Players Kate Thibault and Stella Swenson. Participants will hone their hitting, serving and passing abilities and scrimmage against the athletes.

The camp costs $40 and is open to all youth ages 8-14.

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Open House Week
Oct
21
to Oct 27
Health and Fitness

Open House Week

Join us for open house week to learn how a membership can help you meet your health goals!

We've got treats, a special join offer and friendly staff ready to show you around. Learn more about all the activities happening on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

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STEM Cooking Club
Oct
14
to Dec 9

STEM Cooking Club

Our free after school STEM Cooking Club meets Mondays from Oct. 14-Dec. 9.

Girls and gender expansive youth in grades 6-9 will learn cooking skills and the science behind cuisine.

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Strong Fast Fit Fall 2024
Oct
7
to Dec 12

Strong Fast Fit Fall 2024

Strong Fast Fit welcomes youth to learn about and practice wellness through play, movement, meals and relationships with peers and trusted adults.

Fall 2024 session runs from Oct. 7-Dec. 12.

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It's Time to Act!™ Forum Series
May
7
Racial Justice, RJPP, Public Policy, Event for All, Organizational Advancement

It's Time to Act!™ Forum Series

Moving From Conversation to Racial Justice Action

The goal of eliminating racism in Minnesota and beyond is within our reach. It begins with conversation, and it’s propelled by action.

Join YWCA in its mission to break through the barriers that perpetuate racism. It’s Time to Act!™ is a forum series that engages participants for deeper learning and action planning around issues of race, equity, identity and social justice.

The forums are a catalyst for changemaking, where attendees take a deep dive into issues affecting our community and are inspired to identify their own role and power to create change. Pairing lectures with intentional action planning, it is an opportunity for attendees to move from talk to action.

This event has been made possible by their generous support.

2023-2024 Series: Solidarity

Solidarity: Rematriation and Reparations

Join us for “It’s Time to Act” on May 7th to learn about Rematriation and Reparations as elemental to Solidarity movements among Indigenous, Black and Brown people in the United States

Speakers:

  • Dr. Kwame-Ross - Professor at Augsburg University and University of Minnesota

  • Dawn Laroque - Lead Support/Program Manager (Drop-In Center for Women) Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center

Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: In-Person: Rondo Community Library | 461 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55103 (Virtual options available)
Cost: $20

 

Solidarity: Immigration across Communities

Join us as we dive deeply to understand what solidarity is and is not through learning specific narrative examples of cross-cultural, cross-communal solidarity among immigrants in Minnesota along with the challenges and energizing successes that arise in our local context.

Speakers:

  • Jaylani Hussein – Executive Director – CAIR-MN

  • Juventino Meza – Co-founder NAVIGATE MN and Capitol Pathway Internship

  • UyenThi Tran Myhre – Movement Building Associate with the Building Movement Project

  • Moderator: Suleiman Adan - Race Equity Consulting Manager

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Solidarity: Intersectional Identities Across Gender and Race

Inequities across gender and race are notably documented in our American history and those stories have galvanized numerous movements yet there is still work to be done. Looking through an intersectional lens, join us as we uncover how solidarity across gender and race has propelled actions throughout history and what can be realized in the evolution of these identities.

Speaker:

  • Dr. Rose M. Brewer - The Morse Alumni Distinguished Teaching Professor and past chairperson of the Department of African American & African Studies, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

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Become an Event Sponsor

Your support helps us move conversations about race to action.

With your sponsorship, your organization will become a visible racial justice champion, supporting programs that empower community members to address racial inequities on interpersonal, institutional and systemic levels.

Contact Us

If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities for this forum series, please contact engagement@ywcampls.org.

Contact David Lundin at dlundin@ywcampls.org or 612-215-4158 for payment assistance or for an invoice request.

For event support, contact engagement@ywcampls.org.

Questions? Contact our engagement team at engagement@ywcampls.org.

About YWCA’s Racial Justice and Public Policy Work

YWCA Minneapolis is a national leader in the field of racial equity; facilitating change and generating meaningful action in the workplace and the community.

Our Racial Justice and Public Policy Department works within the community to eliminate inequities on interpersonal, institutional and systemic levels through a continuum of moving from knowledge, awareness and skills to action. We do this by partnering with individuals, organizations and businesses through racial justice training, Inc.lude™ consulting, advocacy and workshops.

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Tri Together Kick Off Event
Apr
28
WTri, Youth, Event for All, Health and Fitness

Tri Together Kick Off Event

Tri Together Kick Off Event

Get Ready to Tri Together: Dive into Training Tips, Prep Strategies, and Beyond!

Get ready to kick your triathlon training into high gear! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or diving into the world of triathlons for the first time, our comprehensive classes, both free and paid, are designed to elevate your preparation to the next level.

These kickoff parties are open to everyone, even if you are just considering doing a triathlon.

Don't miss this opportunity to maximize your potential and conquer your upcoming triathlon with confidence. See you at Midtown!

Date: Sunday, March 3 and Sunday, April 28
Time: 9:00 am
Location: YWCA Midtown Gym (2121 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407)

Schedule:

9:00 am - 12:30 pm: Drop in to ask questions, register for the tri or pick up merchandise

9:00 - 10:00 am: Tri Basics Talk (Free Class)

10:15-11:15 am: T2 Bike and Run Workout (Paid Class)

11:15 - 11:45 am: Swim Demo (Free Class)

11:45 am -12:30 pm: Swim practice 

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Triathlon Youth Camp
Apr
10
WTri, Health and Fitness, Youth, Girls

Triathlon Youth Camp

Triathlon Youth Camp

Attention all youths aged 11-14 with an interest in or prior experience with triathlons! Join us for our Triathlon Youth Camp tailored specifically for you. This full-day event, running from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, will take place at our YWCA Midtown location. During the camp, we'll cover everything from swim techniques, cycling strategies, to running tips essential for triathlon success. Lunch will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm, athletic attire, and a swimsuit for our pool session. More details to come. Hope to see you all there!

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Until Justice Just Is
Apr
1
to May 1
Racial Justice, RJPP, Event for All

Until Justice Just Is

Until Justice Just Is

Until Justice Just Is (UJJI) is an annual campaign of YWCA USA, designed to build community among those who work for racial justice and raise awareness about the impact of institutional and structural racism. This annual campaign provides the opportunity for communities across the United States to find an issue or cause that inspires them to unite their voices to educate, advocate and promote racial justice. UJJI is one part of our larger national strategy to fulfill our mission of eliminating racism.

Take The Challenge

YWCA is excited to announce this year’s 2024 YWCA Racial Justice Challenge, will begin on April 1 and run throughout the month. YWCA Racial Justice Challenge is designed to create dedicated time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of race, power, privilege and leadership.

The weekly topics that will be explored are:

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Race Against Racism (Cancelled)
Mar
23
RJPP, Racial Justice, Public Policy, Health and Fitness, Event for All

Race Against Racism (Cancelled)

Race Against Racism

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Race Against Racism, scheduled for Saturday, March 23, has been cancelled. This decision was not made lightly, and we understand the inconvenience it may cause. To receive news and updates on this event, please join the interest list.

There is still action you can take to advance justice and raise awareness of systemic racism: join YWCA Minneapolis and communities across the country in the 2024 YWCA Racial Justice Challenge, which begins on April 1. The YWCA Racial Justice Challenge is the action component of the Until Justice Just Is campaign, which runs throughout the month of April.


Fighting Hate and Racism

We are at a crucial point as a nation, a point in time in which fighting hate and racism is more important than ever. It starts with recognizing our country’s long history with racism and its impact on our systems, structures and institutions. YWCA Minneapolis recognizes that if we want a just, peaceful society, it is our mutual responsibility to address racism.

Race Against Racism is an opportunity for our community to come together in the spirit of health and solidarity to raise awareness of this crisis and support YWCA’s Racial Justice programs of education, training, advocacy and change.

A race cannot end racism. But naming the need is vital, and every step we take together makes a difference. We will keep running until injustice is rooted out, institutions transformed and the world sees people of color the way we do: Equal, Powerful, Unstoppable.

FAQs

  • During registration, you will select which of the two sessions you want to participate in as well as your estimated time to complete the run. You are not able to select a specific heat because runners will then be grouped based on their estimated times. If you want to make sure you’re running with someone specific but aren’t doing the team relay, please note that in your registration, and we will be sure you are grouped together. All racers will be notified of their heat times on Friday, March 22nd.

  • Please try to be there for the start of your session, which will either be 9:00am or 12:00pm. We will have speakers and light refreshments for the first 30 minutes, and afterward, we will start the heats with a toddler trot. During the event, we will have several activities available for people of all ages as well as some food trucks. If for some reason you cannot be there the whole time, please make sure to show up at least 15 minutes before your scheduled heat, so we can get you checked in before it starts.

  • Yes, all of the runners and activities will take place on the main floor. For safety reasons, we will not be using the upper track during the event.

  • We will not be using timing chips or bibs. We will have a digital clock, so you can track your time as you run.

Sponsors

 

Partner Sponsor

Habanero Tacos

Supporter Sponsor

Northern Coffeeworks

 

After the Finish Line - Now What?

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