YW Boston
About
YW Boston is a Boston nonprofit working to eliminate racism and empower women, with a focus on creating inclusive environments where women, people of color and especially women of color can thrive. For about 160 years it has worked in the city, and today it pursues that mission by helping individuals and organizations change their policies, practices, attitudes and behaviors to make workplaces and communities more equitable.
Its work is concentrated in four areas. Consulting and training services build custom solutions for more equitable and inclusive workplaces. LeadBoston equips mid- to senior-level professionals with the knowledge, skills and network to lead inclusively. F.Y.R.E. empowers middle-school girls and gender-expansive youth of color to make change in their communities. Advocacy work builds coalitions and pushes for policy and legislation that improve the lives of women and BIPOC communities in Massachusetts.
What to Know
- YW Boston was founded in 1866 as the first YWCA in the United States.
- Its mission also includes promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
- Participants in its youth program have included students from Boston Latin Academy.
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