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YWCA Salem program listed as one of the ‘Most Innovative’

Posted on: May 14th, 2013 by Wendy Laudette | No Comments

by Laura Edgar, 4/25/2013.
The YWCA has always been ahead of the curve in the fight to end racism and empower women nationwide. In the early 1900s, they were already working to promote many of the values we often take for granted today: women’s health and safety, career advancement, safe labor laws, and affordable housing, just …

2013 Women Helping Women Luncheon

Posted on: May 13th, 2013 by Wendy Laudette | 1 Comment

Thank you to everyone that came out to support YWCA Salem on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at our 17th annual Women Helping Women benefit luncheon.  It was a wonderful hour and we really appreciate your support!  Weren’t able to attend and want to support our Shelter, Health and Empowerment work?  Click here to donate.  Thank …

Stand against Racism

Posted on: April 11th, 2013 by Wendy Laudette | No Comments

Participation is free and open to everyone, however, space is limited.
Contact YWCA Salem to reserve your seat at 503-581-9922.
Visit our racial justice page to learn other ways you can help the progress towards the elimination of racism.

 

A COMMUNITY GARDEN FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES

Posted on: April 11th, 2013 by Wendy Laudette | No Comments

YWCA SALEM AND MARION-POLK FOOD SHARE PLANT A COMMUNITY GARDEN FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES
SALEM, OR (April 10, 2013) – The YWCA Salem and the Marion-Polk Food Share will install a community garden for families experiencing homelessness at YWCA Salem Outreach Shelter. “Dig Day” is Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon and will include building …

Celebrate National Walking Day for better health

Posted on: April 1st, 2013 by Wendy Laudette | No Comments

Senators Lace up their Sneakers to Celebrate National Walking Day
Salem, Ore., March 28, 2013 – Lead the Way to National Walking Day will be held on Tuesday, April 2 to commemorate the third anniversary of Marion County’s  Health and Wellness Initiative, “I Love ME.”  Kicked off in 2010 by Senators Peter Courtney and Jackie Winters, …