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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 →
“Childhood should be a magical time of wonder and exploration. Most importantly, it should be a time of innocence. It should. However, that is not the case. The complications of the world often meet young Black children before they are ready. To borrow from the popular adage, if Black kids are old enough to experience and understand racism, then their non-Black counterparts should be able to do the same.” – Mary Lee Kiernan, President & CEO, YWCA Greenwich; Simone Quartey, Director, YWCA Greenwich’s Center for Equity & Justice; and Ali Morgan, Education Consultant, Keynote for 2026 Stand Against Racism Continue Reading →
Cheyenne Wilson, the keynote speaker of this event, is a registered nurse and survivor of sexual assault. Her mission is to raise awareness about the reality of sexual assault, eliminate the stigma associated with being a victim, and make lasting changes in the justice and healthcare systems. Continue Reading →
The awards will be presented on Wednesday, March 4 at a cocktail reception and celebration starting at 5:30pm at Greenwich Country Club. Get your tickets today. Continue Reading →
This year’s conversation, titled, “Third Spaces: Building Belonging Beyond Home and Work,” will be rooted in keynote speaker Eric Klinenberg’s best-selling book Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequity, Polarization, and the Decline of Civic Life. Continue Reading →
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. On Tuesday the YWCA Greenwich Harmony Project held their annual community candlelight vigil, where they also honored Demetria Nelson, LCSW, with their purple ribbon award. Ms Nelson is the Commissioner of the Greenwich Dept of Human Services. She has worked tirelessly to support Greenwich’s most vulnerable residents including clients of the YWCAs Harmony Project. YWCA Greenwich President and CEO Mary Lee Kiernan said the gathering supported both survivors of domestic abuse and their families, as well as honor those who lost their lives to domestic violence in Connecticut over the past year. Continue Reading →
The evening will include cocktails, a seated dinner, and dancing to MOJO with a festive fall theme. Continue Reading →
“One in two women and two in five men will experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. Today we walk for those who are still suffering due to domestic violence, for those who are survivors of domestic violence, and to those who are no longer with us due to domestic violence.” – Jacqueline Collazo, director of YWCA Greenwich Harmony Project Continue Reading →