YWCA Tri-County Area (YW3CA)

Happy Pi Day! At YW3CA, we believe that women and girls belong in STEM fields, and we're committed to empowering the next generation through programs like Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead. This afterschool program creates pathways for youth to explore, innovate, and pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Join us today in celebrating the endless possibilities for women in STEM! #PiDay #WomeninSTEM #ONEYWCA

As a civil rights activist and founder of Rise, Amanda Nguyen has transformed the fight for survivors' rights worldwide. Her advocacy led to the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights, protecting millions. A true force for justice, she continues to inspire change ? #WomensHistoryMonth #ONEYWCA

????A huge shoutout to our incredible delegates for representing us at #UNCSW69 in New York City from March 10-21! Your passion and dedication to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment are truly inspiring. We can't wait to see the impact you'll make at this important event. Keep shining! Learn more about our amazing delegates and their important work here: https://bit.ly/3PJ34Q

???? Today, on International Women’s Day, we reflect on the urgent work still ahead. Around the world, women and girls continue to fight for equity, safety, and justice. As one global YWCA community, we remain steadfast in our commitment to building a future where empowerment is not just an aspiration but a reality #ONEYWCA #IWD25 #InternationalWomensDay

Celebrate the Global Day of Unplugging with YWCA and @uscellular! Together, we're empowering young girls to explore STEM careers with programs like Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead. Take a break from screens today and support the empowerment of future innovators! ????#ONEYWCA

Celebrate the Global Day of Unplugging with YWCA and @uscellular! Together, we're empowering young girls to explore STEM careers with programs like Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead. Take a break from screens today and support the empowerment of future innovators! ????#ONEYWCA

Throughout #WomensHistoryMonth we’re celebrating trailblazing women. Helen Rodríguez-Trías was a Puerto Rican physician and public health advocate who fought for women’s reproductive rights. This Latina woman worked hard to increase access to quality healthcare for women and children and fought to abolish forced sterilization ?????? #ONEYWCA

Community is medicine, and YW3CA is working to bring preventative education and safety materials to our neighborhoods. In partnership with the Montgomery Department Office of Health and Human Services, we are proud to provide our community with supplies of Narcan, and fentanyl and xylazine testing strips. A big thank you to Brittany Salerno, OD2A Program Coordinator, for this training and community service project! #ywprevention #ywcommunityismedicine #montoallianceforprevention ?Want your own supply? Reach out to [email protected] to request pickup.

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, February 27th for an important Narcan Training and Community Service Project. A 30-minute Narcan training with a Q&A session leading into supporting the making of overdose reversal kits that will be dispersed throughout Montgomery County. There are two sessions available to choose from: 1:00-3:30pm or 5:30-8:00pm. Those who participate will receive a Certificate of Training for the 45-minutes Narcan training. This training is also appropriate for middle and high school students who are looking for volunteer hours. We will sign off on volunteer paperwork if necessary. This is an important community training that can serve all of us well. We never know when we might be needed to support someone in the community with this lifesaving training. Registration is required to join us. Please scan the QR code to register.

Subject: ?? Reminder: MUSE Monthly Meeting – Feb 15th - 3pm Hello MUSE Members, Just a friendly reminder that our monthly MUSE meeting is coming up THIS Saturday at 3pm! We’ll be gathering at 315 King Street to connect, collaborate, and uplift one another. ? Agenda Highlights: What is an Elevator Pitch Why do you need an Elevator Pitch Lee Hill is the facilitator this month Open Networking & Member Spotlights Light fare served Your presence is what makes MUSE so powerful! Please RSVP by Friday, Feb 14th and let us know if you’ll be bringing a guest. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eUMyF6B3 Looking forward to seeing you all there! ??