by Ashley Hayward | Jun 4, 2021 | Mission and Social Justice, News & Announcements
One Year Later: How Far Have We Actually Come? On April 20, 2021, Derek Chauvin was convicted of third-degree murder, second-degree unintentional murder, and second-degree manslaughter. Among activists, the feeling was of relief but not closure. Although it was the...
by Ashley Hayward | May 15, 2021 | News & Announcements
We are pleased to announce that our long-awaited project, YWCA at Hillside, is now accepting applications for affordable housing. This pioneering affordable housing program will combine sustainable affordable housing, access to public transportation, and access to...
by Ashley Hayward | May 7, 2021 | News & Announcements
The YWCA Greater Newburyport Annual Meeting will take place on May 25, 2021, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. You are invited to join us for the 137th Annual Meeting of the YWCA Greater Newburyport. Come learn about the programs and work of the YWCA Greater Newburyport. We will...
by Ashley Hayward | May 3, 2021 | News & Announcements
After Dr. Kabria Baumgartner’s talk at the 11th Annual Engaging Communities Luncheon, I was reminded of the saying: “History is written by the victors.” In telling the stories of African Americans who were forcibly brought to Newburyport as slaves, we are reminded...
by Ashley Hayward | Mar 8, 2021 | News & Announcements
Engaging Community Luncheon The 11th annual YWCA Engaging Communities Luncheon: Keeping the Stories Alive: Exploring Newburyport’s Black Heritage is taking place on April 28, 2021, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM via Zoom. Guest Speaker: Kabria Baumgartner, Ph.D Honorary...
by Kate Slater | Feb 2, 2021 | News & Announcements, Program Updates
Looking to learn how to swim this winter? You’re in luck! The YWCA Greater Newburyport is now accepting applicants for our general registration for Winter II, which begins on January 19th, 2021. These are 4-week sessions that start February 2, 2021 –...
