YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee

How can we continue making progress in the fight against domestic violence? In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re reflecting on the strides made over the past decade and looking ahead to what more can be done. Join us on Thurs., Oct. 17 when we’ll reflect on the 10-year journey since the 2013 Nashville-Davidson County Domestic Violence Safety and Accountability Assessment Report. Our panelists include mental health professional and survivor Mandii B., Assistant District Attorney Christina Johnson, YWCA’s Daffany Baker, and Diane Lance, Director of the Metro Office of Family Safety. Together, we’ll explore how mental health support, restorative justice, and community-driven approaches - including the Survivors First Initiative and Abbie’s Safe Home - can prevent domestic violence and better support survivors. Don’t miss this important conversation as we continue to build a safer and more resilient Nashville. Register for this FREE webinar, made possible with support from #NissanFoundation, The Harnisch Foundation, and AllianceBernstein, here: https://bit.ly/4eCZeTK

This past weekend, YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee was honored to take part in the 20th anniversary Meet Us at the Bridge. This annual event is hosted by the Nashville Coalition Against Domestic Violence and marks the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is a time to remember those we have lost to domestic violence and recognize the individuals and organizations working hard to end the epidemic. We were honored to receive the Outstanding Service Provider Award for our Weaver Domestic Violence Center and incredible leadership team of Daffany Baker, Sandra Dominguez, and Tara Morgan. This team works tirelessly to keep women, children, and their pets safe and help them heal from the visible and invisible wounds of domestic abuse. We are honored to do this work with so many community and government partners, including Metro Nashville Office of Family Safety, The Mary Parrish Center, Agape Morning Star, Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, You Have The Power, Inc., Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, and so many other incredible advocates and supporters. If you or someone you know is in crisis or in need of shelter or support from domestic violence, call our 24-Hour Crisis & Support Helpline 800-334-4628 or text 615-983-5170. #DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #EndDVNow

Last night, members of YWCA Nashville’s Fulcrum Society gathered in the gracious home of Mary Wester, a steadfast supporter of our mission. More than two dozen philanthropic women came together for an evening that was more than just conversation. It was a meeting of minds and hearts dedicated to empowering women, strengthening our community, and addressing domestic violence on a global scale. Susanne Shepherd Post, co-founder of our Shear Haven initiative, shared the remarkable journey that began with a local idea and has now gained national momentum. What started as a domestic violence training initiative for the beauty industry has evolved into legislation passed in Tennessee and poised to make a difference across the country. The evening was a beautiful reminder of the power of women coming together to make meaningful change—one story, one step, one voice at a time. Learn more about our Shear Haven initiative and the Fulcrum Society at our website: https://lnkd.in/gZZDV6c #FulcrumSociety #ShearHaven #ShearHavenTraining #WomenHelpingWomen #WomenEmpoweringWomen #EndDVNow #DVAwarenessMonth #enddomesticviolence

We are honored to have gathered such a powerful community at the Stand Against Injustice Community Rally and Advocacy Fair this week. Thank you to our incredible advocacy partners who stand with us in the fight to eliminate racism and empower women:?? American Muslim Advisory Council, The Equity Alliance, AWAKE, The Metro Office of Family Safety, Tennessee Justice Center, Mashup, Black Mental Health Village, League of Women Voters. We also extend our gratitude to Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell, Vice Mayor Angie Henderson, and Council Members Kyonzte Toombs,Esq.,MBA,CHC and Brenda Gadd, J. D. for attending and showing your commitment to peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Your presence alongside our passionate community members strengthens the movement! Katina Beard with Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center shared a powerful keynote address on racism and its impact on the health of our community. Special thanks to our longtime partner, the Metro Human Relations Commission, and our presenting sponsor, The Harnisch Foundation, for making this event possible. We appreciate Metro Nashville Council for recognizing racism as a public health crisis and look forward to welcoming more partners into this important work. A heartfelt shoutout to the talented singers and music majors from Fisk University, whose performances inspired and uplifted the crowd. And congratulations to our past board chair Rita P. Mitchell for receiving the Carrie Hull Award for Service. Together, we will continue to fight for a more just and equitable future! #StandAgainstInjustice #YWCA #RacialJustice #CommunityPower #EmpowerWomen #EliminateRacism #MetroCouncilNash

Stand with YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee tomorrow, Thursday, the 26th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm to discuss how Nashville can Stand Against Injustice and become united. Historic Courthouse Downtown 1 Public Sq Nashville, TN 37201 #ywcanashville #standagainstinjustice #NashvilleUnited

Join us THIS WEEK for our Stand Against Injustice Community Rally & Advocacy Fair on Thurs., Sept. 26. Our theme this year is Healing Through Unity. Hear from keynote speaker Katina Beard, CEO of Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center and special guest Mayor Freddie O’Connell as we address racism and injustice as public health crises and unite for healing and change. Vice Mayor Angie Henderson, members of Metro Council and other community and health leaders will join us for this annual event. Longtime YWCA advocate and past board chair, Rita P. Mitchell, will be honored with the Carrie Hull Award. Our event comes one week Metro Council declared racism a public health crisis. This week, we'll learn more about how we can heal through unity and create a healthier, more just community. Join us! Advocacy Fair: 11:30am – Noon Program: Noon – 1pm Location: Nashville's Historic Courthouse & Metro Council Chamber Special thanks to our sponsors: The Harnisch Foundation and Metro Human Relations Commission For more info, visit: https://lnkd.in/eha72dpa

Join us THIS WEEK for our Stand Against Injustice Community Rally & Advocacy Fair on Thurs., Sept. 26. Our theme this year is Healing Through Unity. Hear from keynote speaker Katina Beard, CEO of Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center and special guest Mayor Freddie O’Connell as we address racism and injustice as public health crises and unite for healing and change. Vice Mayor Angie Henderson, members of Metro Council and other community and health leaders will join us for this annual event. Longtime YWCA advocate and past board chair, Rita P. Mitchell, will be honored with the Carrie Hull Award. Our event comes one week Metro Council declared racism a public health crisis. This week, we'll learn more about how we can heal through unity and create a healthier, more just community. Join us! Advocacy Fair: 11:30am – Noon Program: Noon – 1pm Location: Nashville's Historic Courthouse & Metro Council Chamber Special thanks to our sponsors: The Harnisch Foundation and Metro Human Relations Commission For more info, visit: https://lnkd.in/eha72dpa

We are so thankful to have you on our team, Delanyo Mensah! Your passion for our mission and dedication to it are truly inspiring! Excited to gather with our community next Thursday for the Stand Against Injustice Community Rally & Advocacy Fair at Nashville's Historic Courthouse & City Hall!

Such an incredible team! We're so proud of these advocates who are working hard EVERY DAY to help and heal survivors of domestic abuse at our Weaver Domestic Violence Center and across our community.

THRILLED to announce we've been awarded a generous grant from the Nashville Soccer Club Community Fund! This amazing support will fuel our 2025 Youth Social Justice Summit, where teen leaders from our school-based youth programs - Girls Inc. and AMEND Together - will gather for a powerful day of learning, leadership, and advocacy skill-building focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Huge thanks to Nashville SC for championing local youth engagement and empowering our future leaders! We’re excited to be part of the third round of grant recipients, along with six other incredible organizations. “Through the fusion of our Youth Development and Social Justice & Advocacy programs, we are equipping youth with the tools they need to use their voices for justice and equality," said YWCA President & CEO Sharon Roberson. "Nashville Soccer Club’s commitment to our mission exemplifies what it means to be a true community partner." https://lnkd.in/dS9E9sAU