ywadvocacy

Social Action and Advocacy are the cornerstones of the YWCA. Since our inception almost 150 years ago, “service” has been linked to “action.” In communities across the United States, YWCAs continue to work to improve social and economic conditions for all people. As the nation’s oldest and largest national multi-cultural women's movement, the YWCA is comprised of over 300 local associations, regional leadership and a national office in Washington D.C.—who all work together to strengthen our voices in the nation’s capital and in state and local governments. The YWCA brings first-hand knowledge of how government policies and programs affect women, girls and their families in communities across the country. Historically the YWCA has fought for issues such as the abolition of child labor, the 8-hour workday and desegregation. Today, the YWCA carries on their long tradition in social action and advocacy to meet the twin goals of women and girls' empowerment and racial justice.

visit the ywca usa’s legislative action center
The actions of our government have an enormous impact on the lives of women and girls across this country. The YWCA USA website is designed to help you learn more about: legislation that affects the lives of women and girls; elected officials, including contact information for those in your area; and how you can take action.

For information about how the YWCA of Bergen County is making a difference in our community, please contact Donna at 201-444-5600, ext. 381 or email Donna Gould.