YWCA Utah

Last chance to get your tickets for Women Rising: An Evening of Empowerment & Inspiration! Join us on November 13 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Church & State to hear from inspiring leaders. We are excited to hear from Donna Milavetz MD, MPH, FACP, Senior Vice President & Chief Medical Officer at Regence, Liz Owens CEO of YWCA Utah & Vanessa R. P.l. Pre-Lit Attorney Consultant & Survivor. Don’t miss out on powerful stories, thought-provoking discussions, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to empowering women. Tickets are almost sold out, so grab yours today! ywcautah.org/events

It’s not too late to become a sponsor for Candy Cane Lane! ?? ?? ?? This holiday season, we’re transforming lives through a special pop-up store filled with gifts and winter essentials for survivors in YWCA Utah’s shelter and transitional housing. Your support helps us provide critical resources as families begin new chapters. Join us in spreading warmth and hope—become a sponsor today! Contact Jakey Siolo at [email protected] to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and make an impact this holiday season. Find more information at https://lnkd.in/g2Mn6iS8

YWCA Utah invites you to Women Rising: an Evening of Empowerment & Inspiration! Celebrate the strength, resilience, and impact of women at this private event in Downtown Salt Lake City’s Church & State. Hear from empowering keynote speakers, including Donna Milavetz MD, MPH, FACP, Senior Vice President & Chief Medical Officer of Cambia Health Solutions and Liz Owens, CEO of YWCA Utah. Expect powerful stories, thought-provoking discussions, and the chance to connect with professionals and leaders who are passionate about women’s empowerment. Let’s uplift, inspire, and spark change together. We look forward to seeing you there! Tickets are going fast, secure your spot today!

?? 1 in 3 women experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Together, we can change that. Yesterday, we proudly joined forces with DearUtah to kick off the Domestic Violence Statewide Awareness Campaign. This initiative brings together service provider across the state to work together to end domestic violence in our communities and amplifies the voices of survivors. Thank you to the incredible speakers and leaders in the field who joined us at today’s press conference to raise awareness, share resources, and inspire action. ?? Let’s stand together and break the cycle of violence. #DearUtah #EndDV #YWCAUtah #DomesticViolenceAwareness #1in3 #SurvivorVoices #TogetherWeCan

October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth and our very own Melinda Maude joined Good Things Utah earlier this week to discuss the prevalence of domestic violence here in Utah and the lack of awareness around domestic violence. Learn more about how you can help and the resources available to survivors. https://lnkd.in/gRdVjv6e

?? We are thrilled to celebrate our incredible CEO, Liz Owens, who was honored with the prestigious 40 Over 40 award last week! ?? This recognition highlights her unwavering dedication to empowering women and building a brighter future for our community. A heartfelt thank you to Robyn Cohen and Julia Deaver for making it possible, congratulations to all the other outstanding winners. Your work inspires us all and reinforces the importance of lifting each other up. Liz is profoundly grateful for the trailblazers who paved the way, and she hopes to be a beacon of support for the next generation of leaders. Together, we can continue to create a world where everyone thrives! #YWCAUtah #40Over40 #Leadership #Empowerment #ThankYou

Don't miss this! Join YWCA Utah and show your support for domestic violence survivors as we kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Your participation means the world to us and the survivors we are fighting for. Your presence and support are vital as we come together to raise awareness and make a difference. We will have the opportunity to decorate posters, create chalk art, experience our DVAM installation, make a button, and write letters to survivors. Families welcome! We will plan to start the walk promptly at 10:30 AM and end with a flag planting. Sign up today! https://lnkd.in/gcdVF8Qg

YWCA Utah is thrilled to announce seven incredible women have joined our Board of Directors! They bring a wealth of knowledge and deep experience across a number of industries, and they all bring a passion for our mission to Eliminate Racism and Empower Women. Please welcome them! ?? Anne Cazier, Andrea Garry, April Pope, Kim McGuire, Sui Lang L. Panoke, Reshma Pillai ACCA, CPP, CMA, Tamara N. Stevenson, Ed.D.

YWCA Utah is thrilled to announce that CEO Liz Owens has been selected as a recipient of the 2024 Pathfinder Award by the Salt Lake Chamber for her work creating new paths for women in business. She, alongside the other awardees, will be recognized at the 2024 Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon on November 15th. We hope to see you there! Congratulations also to Ann Millner, Kerry Norman, Noella Sudbury, Diana M. Young, and Jessica Yurgaitis. ?? https://lnkd.in/gkbF2YDz

Join YWCA Utah in celebrating our CEO Liz Owens' remarkable achievements! Liz has just been announced a winner of the 40 over 40 award for her hard work, perseverance, and the positive impact she has made in your community and beyond. The YWCA Utah family is thrilled to recognize and celebrate your achievements and look forward to sharing your inspiring story with others. Robyn Cohen and Julia Deaver