YWCA National Capital Area

YWCA National Capital Area 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.

Did you know that the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week?Whether you're facing emo...
09/01/2026

Did you know that the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week?

Whether you're facing emotional distress, mental health challenges, or concerns about someone you care about, help is just three digits away.

đź“ž Call or Text 988

Join us as we raise awareness and reduce stigma leading up to September 8.

Would you know what to do if someone you care about was experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge?Join us ...
09/01/2026

Would you know what to do if someone you care about was experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge?

Join us for a virtual Mental Health First Aid Training and gain the skills and confidence to recognize signs, respond with compassion, and connect people with appropriate support.

đź“… Friday, September 11
⏰ 9:00 AM–5:00 PM EDT
💻 Online — Virtual Training

During this evidence-based training, you’ll learn how to:
✨ Recognize signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges
✨ Respond to someone experiencing a crisis
✨ Use the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to provide initial support
✨ Connect individuals with appropriate resources and professional help
✨ Learn more about trauma, substance use, and self-care

Who should attend?
This training is open to anyone who wants to better support others—including managers and supervisors, HR professionals, educators, case managers, frontline staff, and community members.

No prior experience is required. Everyone can be a first aider.

🎟️ Register today!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer
👉 Or click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-first-aid-training-tickets-1997495119674

Be the first step toward help. Together, we can build stronger, healthier communities.

At YWCA NCA, we know that real change doesn’t happen alone—it happens together. On this National Nonprofit Day, we’re pr...
08/17/2026

At YWCA NCA, we know that real change doesn’t happen alone—it happens together. On this National Nonprofit Day, we’re proud to stand alongside an incredible network of nonprofit partners who work every day to build stronger, more equitable communities.

From advancing racial justice to empowering women, supporting families, and creating pathways to opportunity, our partners inspire us with their dedication, compassion, and impact.

To all our fellow nonprofit partners: Thank you for your vision Thank you for your collaboration Thank you for your unwavering commitment to those you serve

Together, we are creating a future where women, girls, and families can thrive

08/10/2026

🎒Today is the day!🧡

After weeks of preparation, our 2026 Backpack Drive has officially reached its final—and most exciting—step: distribution day!

Over the past few days, incredible volunteers came together to pack 200+ backpacks with essential school supplies and handwritten notes of encouragement for students in our community.

Today, more than 200 families will come to YWCA National Capital Area to pick up their children’s new backpacks and school supplies—and we can’t wait to see their smiles! 🎒

Every backpack represents more than school supplies. It represents a community that believes in our children and wants them to start the school year feeling prepared, supported, and confident.

To every volunteer, donor, and partner who helped make this possible: THANK YOU!Your generosity and dedication are making a meaningful difference for children and families in our community.

Today, we celebrate the impact of coming together.

One backpack
One child
One community!


08/07/2026

Over the past few weeks, YWCA National Capital Area has been proud to partner with the Consulates of Guatemala, Mexico, Colombia, and Honduras to help families prepare for the unexpected through our Family Emergency Plan workshops.

Together, we’ve provided parents and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to create emergency plans, understand standby guardianship documents, and protect their children during times of uncertainty.

Thank you to our consular partners for opening your doors and helping us reach so many families in our community. Together, we’re building stronger, more prepared, and more resilient communities.

August is National Black Owned Business Month, a time to celebrate the innovation, resilience, and success of Black entr...
08/01/2026

August is National Black Owned Business Month, a time to celebrate the innovation, resilience, and success of Black entrepreneurs. At YWCA NCA, we're proud to support and empower Black women through our WE360° program, helping them turn their visions into reality.

07/14/2026

Last Saturday, we visited the Consulate of Guatemala once again to connect with the Guatemalan community and help families create their Family Emergency Plans and complete Temporary Guardianship Designations 🧡

Every conversation was an opportunity to provide trusted information, answer questions, and help families take meaningful steps to protect their loved ones during unexpected emergencies.

A special thank you to Consul Andrea Furlán for her partnership and commitment to supporting the community, and to everyone who stopped by to learn more. Together, we’re building stronger, more prepared communities.

No parent should have to choose between groceries and school supplies.This year, YWCA National Capital Area is working t...
07/09/2026

No parent should have to choose between groceries and school supplies.

This year, YWCA National Capital Area is working to provide 200 local students with backpacks filled with the supplies they need to start school with confidence.

You can help in two simple ways:
🎒 Donate to our Backpack Drive.
đź“š Shop our Amazon Wishlist and send supplies directly to YWCA NCA.

Every gift helps a child start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

đź”— Donate: https://bit.ly/YWCANCADonate

📦 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1S128JU0SJILK?ref_=wl_share

As we celebrate the 4th of July and mark 250 years of American independence, we also honor the YWCA movement builders wh...
07/04/2026

As we celebrate the 4th of July and mark 250 years of American independence, we also honor the YWCA movement builders who have shaped and helped forge a more just, equitable, and inclusive nation. Throughout our history, visionary leaders like Dr. Dorothy Irene Height, Rosetta Evelyn Lawson, Grace Hoadley Dodge, and Julia Morgan have transformed the landscape for women, communities of color, and social justice. Their courageous work continues to inspire the ongoing mission of YWCA and the continuation of the United States of America

đź’š Sometimes the most important step to helping someone heal is listening.At YWCA NCA, we believe healing and equity begi...
05/13/2026

đź’š 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

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