The YWCA National Capital Area is committed to being a vehicle for change in the Washington, DC area by working to eliminate racism and empower women.
YWCA National Capital Area is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We dismantle barriers to personal, professional, and educational success faced by women and girls of color --through career education & training for adults, mentoring & academic support for youth, and social justice advocacy for all.
06/01/2026
YWCA NCA’s journey is rooted in growth, courage, and inclusion—and Pride is a vital part of that story. This , we celebrate LGBTQ+ leaders across the country who live authentically and lead boldly. We are proud to stand with you, today and every day.
05/21/2026
We are proud to announce our new partnership with the Consulate of Colombia 🇨🇴
Beginning this month, YWCA NCA will be on-site at the Consulate of Colombia every two weeks to support members of the Colombian community with Family Emergency Plans, including guidance on custodial power of attorney, preparedness resources, and access to additional services and programs available through YWCA NCA.
This partnership reflects our continued commitment to providing culturally responsive support, education, and resources to Latino families across our community. We are deeply grateful to Consul Ana María Bermúdez Ríos and her staff for opening their doors and for their shared dedication to empowering and protecting Colombian families in our region.
At YWCA NCA, we believe that information is power — and preparedness is protection 🧡
05/13/2026
💚 Sometimes the most important step to helping someone heal is listening.
At YWCA NCA, we believe healing and equity begin when people feel heard. This , we’re reminding our community that listening—with compassion, without judgment—can make a real difference.
Together, we’re building a future rooted in care, dignity, and justice for all
05/11/2026
Ways Mothers Can Take Care of Themselves:
🟠 Rest without guilt — Even short moments of rest help restore energy.
🟠 Ask for and accept help — Support from family, friends, or community is a strength.
🟠 Stay connected — Talk with someone you trust about how you’re feeling.
🟠 Prioritize basic needs — Eat regularly, stay hydrated, and sleep when possible.
🟠 Take small breaks — A walk, deep breathing, or quiet time can reduce stress.
🟠 Set healthy boundaries — It’s okay to say no and protect your time.
🟠 Move your body — Gentle movement can lift mood and ease tension.
🟠 Seek professional support — Counseling or support groups can help.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible women who nurture, lead, and inspire—today and every day. 🧡 Thank you for shaping stronger families, brighter futures, and more resilient communities.
05/08/2026
Sometimes the most important step is simply listening 🧡
During Mental Health Awareness Month, YWCA NCA reaffirms our commitment to creating spaces where people feel heard, supported, and respected. Mental wellness begins with empathy, connection, and community care-and listenting is where it starts.
Stay connected to learn more about our upcoming Mental Health First Aid trainings and how you can help build healthier, more compassionate communities.
Today was powerful💗
This morning, 10 incredible women from our community took a step that could save their lives. Together, we traveled from YWCA NCA to the hospital with our partner, .georgetown for Cancer Prevention, to receive FREE mammograms—and for many of them, it was their very first one.
We stood side by side helping fill out paperwork, translating, guiding, and simply being there—because for many, language and access are real barriers. But today, we broke those barriers together.
There were smiles, nerves, gratitude… and moments that reminded us exactly why this work matters. Seeing their strength and courage, especially knowing this was a first-time experience for some, was deeply emotional and inspiring.
This is what true community partnership looks like. When organizations come together with purpose, we don’t just provide services—we create access, dignity, and opportunity for women to take control of their health.
We are deeply grateful to the Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention and all the volunteers who made this possible. And we are just getting started.
The need is real. And we will continue building, showing up, and creating more opportunities like this—because every woman deserves access to life-saving care.
05/01/2026
In the spring and summer of 1988, Gloria Chun Hoo was a key player in the YWCA USA new logo design. It was the era of YWCA celebrating new beginnings with the implementation of the sunrise logo that ran from 1989 to 2004. It was a defining moment that created persimmon as our signature color. Thank you Gloria Chun Hoo for shaping YWCA.
This , YWCA NCA celebrates the leaders, trailblazers, and everyday heroes whose stories inspire us to keep pushing for change.
We were proud to partner with the Consulate of Mexico during their Mobile Consulate in New Carrollton, Maryland, where our team spent two days connecting with community members.
We shared the importance of having a Family Emergency Plan, including a custodial power of attorney to ensure children are cared for by a trusted adult in case of an emergency.
Because this work is about more than documents—it’s about peace of mind, protection, and keeping families together 🧡
04/21/2026
🚪Doors are opening! Guest Service GOLD is now enrolling adult learners who want to work in hospitality and customer service.
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