Womankind, fka New York Asian Women's Center

?? According to the World Economic Forum, it will take another 134 years to close the global gender gap. ? As we honor the incredible achievements of women throughout history, it's crucial to recognize the ongoing journey towards gender parity. Gender-based violence remains a critical issue to achieving true equality. Women and girls worldwide continue to face physical, sexual, and psychological violence, which undermines their health, safety, and opportunities. Womankind is committed to working tirelessly to create a future where we Rise Above Violence and our communities can innovate towards collective well-being, restoration, and social justice. ? It’s time to build momentum and remove barriers and biases that women encounter in both personal and professional spaces. Read the full article to learn more about the journey towards gender parity and how we can contribute to this cause: https://lnkd.in/e29PqVAE

Excited to join the Board of Directors for Womankind, fka New York Asian Women's Center in an effort to empower our communities to thrive through collective well-being, restoration, and social justice. Sincerely grateful to the superwomen who introduced me to this incredible organization. Sandra Leung, Flora Feng, Narges Kakalia #Mintz

Womankind is thrilled to welcome Vanessa Yen as the newest member of our Board of Directors!??? Vanessa is a partner at Mintz Levin with over 20 years of industry experience, including serving as a litigation law partner at AMLAW 100 firms and a business strategist and consultant for Fortune 500/1000 companies and startups.?Recognized as one of the Top 100 Women Leaders of New York and Top Women Attorneys in NY, Vanessa’s dedication to excellence is matched only by her commitment to community. She serves as Vice President of the Cornell Law School Alumni Executive Board and was partner co-Chair of the Asian American affinity group at her prior firm, reflecting her devotion to giving back and helping her peers and the next generation, while uplifting the Asian American community. Vanessa brings a wealth of expertise in legal, strategy, and management.?We are excited for the insight and perspective she will contribute as we continue our mission to work with survivors of gender-based violence and striving for a future where our communities thrive through collective well-being, restoration, and social justice. #IAmWomankind?#RiseAboveViolence?

As we welcome Lunar New Year 2025, the Year of the Snake, Womankind’s CEO Yasmeen Hamza reflects on the organization’s journey and vision for the future. ??? From celebrating 30 years of the Children and Youth Program to creating survivor-driven initiatives, Yasmeen shares how Womankind continues to evolve to meet the needs of the communities it serves. Read the full-length, insightful interview?at?https://lnkd.in/eKBqWqpY

This weekend, Apex for Youth hosted its annual Winter Soulstice, bringing together youth, families, and community partners to spotlight mental health awareness and emotional connection. ??? The day kicked off with a powerful youth speaker panel featuring Connie, Emma, and Bernice from MinKwon Center for Community Action, CACF: Coalition for Asian American Children and Families, and Garden of Hope. They shared insights on mental health, identity, and community, sparking conversations that resonated deeply with everyone. Attendees reflected on their personal strengths and support systems through interactive gallery walks and thought-provoking prompts like: ?? “What is one strength or positive thing you see in yourself or your community?” ??Hands-on activities brought the event to life! From creating mindful jars and emotional play dough to making phone charms and watercolor paintings, our amazing partners— Girls for Gender Equity (GGE), Sunnyside Community Services, Garden of Hope, Womankind, fka New York Asian Women's Center, and Charles B. Wang Community Health Center —turned self-care into a creative and collaborative experience. Winter Soulstice 2025 was a beautiful reminder of the strength we find in the community. Together, we can build resilience, foster connection, and create spaces where every voice is valued. A huge thank you to our corporate partner RSM and all our community partners for making this event possible. Read more about our Winter Soulstice event here: https://lnkd.in/g9bq3ryt ?? Clara Hung #ApexForYouth #WinterSolstice #Community #MentalHealthAwareness #Youth

TOMORROW: Join us Fri., Jan. 17 from 1-4 PM for Womankind's 12th Annual Anti-Human Trafficking Conference. Our office will be conducting a panel on how gender impacts victims of trafficking, and how we can build robust support systems that engage men and boys.

Looking to start the new year by making a difference in your community? ? Join the Winter 2025 cohort of Womankind's amazing volunteer group dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence in NYC!?Apply at https://lnkd.in/eaYuufBV by Wednesday, 1/22. ? We are recruiting for positions in childcare, helpline, and language groups (interpretation/translations)—all great opportunities for community members 18+ years of age interested in long-term volunteering with Womankind. To learn more about each?role, including requirements, time commitments, and how to apply, visit: ? Volunteer Helpline Supporter: https://lnkd.in/e6iAuJ5z ? Volunteer Language Group: https://lnkd.in/eiRuhn3h ? Volunteer Childcare Supporter: https://lnkd.in/eRU8V5dN For questions or assistance, please reach out to [email protected].?

?Looking to join the Womankind team and help make a difference in the lives of survivors of gender-based violence?? Check out these open positions in both direct service and administrative fields. To view all vacancies, job descriptions, benefits, and instructions on how to apply, please visit https://lnkd.in/eR74hYbn Help spread the word by tagging those who might be interested! Please note: some positions may be filled by the time you see this post. Always refer to the website for the latest open positions. Thank you!

Join us for Womankind's 12th Annual Anti-Human Trafficking Conference: Deconstructing the Gender Paradigm—Supporting Male Survivors in AAPI Communities! ? Womankind's 2025 Anti-Human Trafficking Conference aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how gender dynamics affect survivors of labor trafficking in Asian American and Asian immigrant communities. In doing so, we hope to ultimately strengthen more inclusive and effective support systems. Panelists will analyze the gender paradigm, which includes traditional beliefs and norms related to gender roles and identities and explore how society shapes and enforces these expectations. Additionally, they will offer suggestions on how to better support male survivors of labor trafficking, while avoiding the reinforcement of these norms. ?? When: Friday, January 17th, 2025 | 1–4 PM EST ?? Where: Virtually on Zoom Panelists: Womankind, ManForward, Brooklyn District Attorney's Office, Worker Justice Center of NY, International Rescue Committee, Mosaic Family Services, Inc. Tickets are available for purchase: https://lnkd.in/eFzq_Z29 We highly encourage all attendees to purchase their ticket by no later than January 15th. If you require interpretation services, any other special accommodations, or have a question, please contact [email protected].

? Looking to serve as an AmeriCorps VISTA with Womankind? ? Apply to become a VISTA member and help support with increasing capacity and resources to make a difference in the lives of survivors of gender-based violence. Check out these two open VISTA positions and serve full-time from January 2025 to January 2026 at Womankind Headquarters (located in the Financial District, Manhattan). We are hiring for the Operations Associate VISTA and the Evaluation & Monitoring Associate VISTA. To view more details, benefits, and further information, please visit the position listings or email [email protected]. Operations Associate: https://lnkd.in/e-G8BYYk Evaluation & Monitoring Associate: https://lnkd.in/eptUS2FG To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and submit an application through the AmeriCorps website. Help spread the word by tagging those who might be interested!