Racial Justice

At the core of YWCA Greater Newburyport—and sister YWCAs across the U.S. and around the globe—are racial justice efforts that break down internal and external barriers to racial equality and challenge our communities to move toward equity in the workplace, housing, education, and all aspects of life.

21 Day Racial Justice Challenge

The YWCA Greater Newburyport joins YWCA USA annually for the Racial Justice Challenge.

Racial Justice Committee

Chaired by a high school member of the YWCA Board of Directors, this committee, made up of community members and YWCA Board members, spearheads the racial justice work of our YWCA. The group plans public events such as the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration as well as other educational and awareness activities throughout the year. Our efforts include collaborating with other community organizations to strengthen and expand our efforts. If you are interested in joining this committee please contact Ilene H. Grady at the YWCA who serves on the committee.

YWCA 32nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Join Us! 1/20/25

YWCA 32nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Breakfast, January 20, 2025

9:30 am – Newburyport Community Senior Center

The YWCA Greater Newburyport is excited to host its Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Breakfast on Monday, January 20, 2025, 9:30 am at the Newburyport Community Senior Center, 333 High Street, Newburyport, MA. with Keynote Speaker: Katrina “Kat” Hobbs Everett. “Kat” is an anti-racist, activist, educator who made history as the first Black woman and first woman of color to be elected to the Haverhill City Council.

The event will also include the presentation of the “Nancy E. Peace Action Against Prejudice Award” as well as performances from local Poet: Rhina P. Espaillat and Vocalist: Jahmo Chavez. Rabbi Alex Matthews and Reverand Rebecca Bryan will deliver the Blessing and Benediction.

Students/Teachers: $10.00

Adults: $20.00

Purchase tickets here

Please join us and support the YWCA Greater Newburyport in our mission to eliminate racism, empower women and create peace, justice, dignity and freedom for all.

Full Martin Luther King, Jr. Flyer Here

A very special thank you to the Garrison Inn and Brine for supporting our Martin Luther King event.

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