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Welcome to the Our Voices blog, where we share voices throughout YWCA Minneapolis, including the stories from members and participants whose lives are changed by YWCA. The stories will give you a closer look at the work we do, and the people who are equipped to create brighter futures for themselves and their families.
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February 1, 2021 For Black History Month 2021, we’re uplifting some of many Black-owned businesses and organizations locally and nationally. One of the ways we can honor Black history in...
January 21, 2021 The start of a new year is often a moment when people pause to reflect on the year past, reprioritize what’s important and make goals for the...
December 3, 2020 The YWCA Racial Justice team has partnered with New Horizon Academy through Inc.ludeTM Consulting in their journey to be a more equitable and inclusive organization. Below is...
This list is just a handful of the amazing Native American women who have shaped our culture and changed the world for the better. Learn more about Native American Heritage...
October 26, 2020 Last week, more than 750 people joined us for the first-ever virtual It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race™. In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder, many people grew more sensitive to issues...
What is Islamophobia? In the U.S., the fear of terrorism has been repeatedly used to justify the racial and religious profiling of Muslims and people perceived to be Muslim. This...