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The Purple Ribbon Award was presented to Elizabeth Butler. The inaugural Lavender Ribbon Award was presented to YNET leader, Angela Lizcano Sanabria.
Last year the Harmony Project answered 3,078 hotline calls, representing an increase from the previous year, when there were 2,413 calls. Continue Reading →
Katelyn Ohashi, a six-time All-American and four-time member of the USA Gymnastics Junior National Team, will be the keynote speaker at YWCA Greenwich’s Fall Party on October 30 at the Belle Haven Club. Continue Reading →
Collazo said last year the Harmony Project served 602 victims of domestic and sexual violence, and responded to 3,078 calls to their 24/7 hotline – (203) 622-0003 – where a counselor will answer and help with crisis intervention, counseling and even emergency shelter and legal guidance as necessary. Continue Reading →
The Board and staff of YWCA Greenwich stand with survivors of sexual violence and with all those who have had the courage to seek justice, accountability, and healing. Continue Reading →
This series was inspired by the 2025 Chinese New Year of the Snake. It includes Nicole’s “By the Sea” series which features collected crab and oyster shells from the Long Island Sound, hence the title “Wood Snakes By the Sea.” Continue Reading →
YWCA Greenwich announced this week the election of new board leaders and members. Changes in leadership include Krissy Schmitz as Vice Chair and Angela Chambers as Chair of the Governance Committee. Continue Reading →
YWCA Greenwich is now enrolling students for the 2026–2027 academic year at the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Preschool Center, a nationally recognized early childhood education program serving children ages 15 months to 5 years old. Continue Reading →
Keynote speaker Ali Morgan, DEI practitioner and education coach, emphasized that “the talk” with children about inclusion and navigating racism is not a one-time perfect conversation, but rather a series of moments.
“It’s a question at the dinner table, or in the car. It’s a comment after school, or a moment of confusion or discomfort…How we respond in those moments is ultimately what matters.” Continue Reading →
During an event hosted by the YWCA Greenwich’s Harmony Project, Cheyenne Wilson, author of “We Are the Evidence,” marked sexual assault awareness month. Wilson was candid about her own journey, setbacks, myths, stigmas, and resources including hotlines and the support of community of survivors. Continue Reading →
This year’s program is titled, “How to Have ‘The Talk’ – How do Parents Talk to Their Kids About Inclusion,” and will feature keynote speaker Ali Morgan, Educational Consultant for ALKM Consulting. Continue Reading →