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In Greenwich domestic violence remains the number one violent crime reported to Greenwich Police, with over 200 investigations annually. This reflects only the incidents which are reported. Continue Reading →
“Being here shows you are not just talking the talk, but walking the walk and showing your concern, solidarity and willingness to help the 1 in 2 women and 2 inf 5 men who will experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime.” – Mary Lee Kiernan, YWCA Greenwich CEO Continue Reading →
To mark the beginning of Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, YWCA Greenwich will host its annual Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence, now with a 5K Run, on Sunday, October 6 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Continue Reading →
“We have to support each other because we don’t know when someone is experiencing that imposter syndrome.” – State Senator Patricia Billie Miller
“Be your own amazing fabulous self. You have so many gifts to offer. Know that.” – Patricia Russo, director of The Campaign School at Yale University
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Over 30 young women are registered to participate from several different schools across Fairfield County and beyond, including Greenwich High School, Stamford High School, Greenwich Academy, Greens Farms Academy, and the University of Maryland. Continue Reading →
Greenwich welcomes applicants who identify as women, from all backgrounds, and are passionate about civic engagement and equity. Young women of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Lunch and refreshments will be provided as well as a $150 award to each participant. Continue Reading →
“Coming back to Greenwich was always a goal for me.” – Madilyn Perez Continue Reading →
The annual event featured presentations of the 2024 YWCA Greenwich Gender and Racial Justice Scholarship Awards to local high school students: Zara Haque, Ila David, Sophia Sigro, Geronimo Diaz Lopez and Ceanna Hidalgo. Continue Reading →
The YWCA Greenwich has a pre application set for discussion with P&Z on April 9. They would like to build a 14,500 square ft addition, spread over the building’s existing three levels, with work generally taking place on the southeasterly side of the existing building. Continue Reading →
Each award recipient will receive $500 in scholarship funds, which will be sent to the university or college of their choice upon admission. Continue Reading →