WE COULDN’T CHANGE LIVES WITHOUT YOU!
AtYWCANortheastKansas,ourvolunteersaremorethanhelpers they are powerful agents of change. From supporting survivors at the Center for Safety and Empowerment, to assisting with youth programs,advocacyefforts,andcommunityevents,ourvolunteers make our mission come alive every single day In 2024, we were honored to work alongside a growing network of compassionate, committedindividualswhoshowedupwithtime,talent,andheart.
Whether organizing donation drives, staffing events, supporting clientsincrisis,orlendingahandduringbuildingrenovations,our volunteersmadeanextraordinaryimpact Theirdedicationnotonly strengthensourprograms itupliftsourentirecommunity.Weare deeply grateful for every hour given, every voice raised, and every actofsolidarity.
Together,wearebuildingastrongerandmorejustfutureforall.
2024 YWCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
GinaMillsap,President LibraryConsultant/ExecutiveCoach
MotherDoreenRice,VicePresident St.David’sEpiscopalChurch
AngelaLewis,Secretary ShawneeCounty
TheresaDodson,Treasurer Evergy
JenniferVance,GovernanceChair EnvistaFederalCreditUnion
MalloryLutz LittleGovernmentRelations
JaclynMullins DLSmithElectric
LanDanielson PrairieBandCasino&Resort
ToddPayne OFGFinancialServices
LaurenWolf AetnaBetterHealthofKansas
CortneyStreeter BlueCrossandBlueShieldof Kansas
Dr.ScottTeeter RetiredPhysician
Dr.BassimaSchbley WashburnUniversity
KateDuncanButler OfficeoftheDeputyDisciplinary Admininstrator
YOUTH SERVICES
Empowering families means starting early and standing beside them every step of the way. At YWCA Northeast Kansas, we recognize that eliminating racism and empowering women beginswithcreatingsafe,inclusive,andsupportiveenvironments forchildrenandtheircaregivers.
In 2024, our Early Learning Center served children ages one and walking through Pre-K, offering a curriculum that promotes academicreadiness,emotionaldevelopment,andsocialinclusion. With lessons in literacy, writing, emotional regulation, and even potty-training services many centers do not provide our teachersnurturedgrowthwhilemodelingourcorevalues.
Outside the classroom, our Kids Quest program provides beforeand after-school enrichment in multiple USD 501 Topeka Public Schools, offering consistent care, mentorship, and fun in a safe environment.
Fromdailyroutinestolong-termsupport,YWCANortheastKansas is committed to helping families thrive because when children andcaregiversaresupported,entirecommunitiesgrowstronger.
PROMOTING JUSTICE
WhatsetsYWCAapartisourcommitmenttocomprehensivesocial services, combined with our dedication to creating a more just world through advocacy and issue education. We carry on a long tradition of social action and advocacy to advance our missionatthelocal,state,andnationallevel
Together with our community, YWCA Northeast Kansas advances the fight against racism, gender-based violence, and social injustice through collective action and advocacy. In 2024, we championed policy change that supports women, families, and marginalized communities including advocating for Senate Bill 71,whichincreasespenaltiesforbuyingcommercialsex.
We also expanded civic engagement through YWCA USA’s YWomenVote initiative and the Get-Out-The-Vote campaign to engageandempowerunderrepresentedvotersduringthecritical electionyear.
With support from YWCA, the Coalition to Interrupt Violence in Communities (CIVIC) launched as a grassroots, public healthcenteredinitiativetoaddresstherootcausesofviolence poverty, systemic injustice, and trauma. CIVIC builds trust, mediates conflict, and provides direct support to individuals at the highest risk, redefining violence prevention in Northeast Kansas through inclusive,community-ledstrategies.
CELEBRATING COMMUNITY, CREATIVITY, AND COURAGE
In 2024, three signature YWCA Northeast Kansas events Concealed Revealed, the Women of Excellence Awards & Gala, and Week Without Violence mobilized our community to uplift survivors, celebrate changemakers,andenvisionaworldwithoutviolence.
Now in its 20+ year legacy, the Concealed Revealed Art Auction continued to showcase the transformative powerofartasatoolforhealingandadvocacy.Thankstothegenerosityofartists,sponsors,andattendees,the event raised vital funds to support the Center for Safety and Empowerment, helping to provide services like shelter,crisissupport,counseling,courtadvocacy,andart-basedhealingopportunitiesforsurvivorsofdomestic violence,sexualassault,stalking,andhumantrafficking.
The Women of Excellence Awards & Gala celebrated bold, visionary women whose leadership, voices, and sharedwisdomcontinuetoinspirepositivechangeacrossourcommunity.Thisupliftingeventbroughttogether community members to celebrate 24 remarkable honorees, each embodying excellence in leadership, service, andresilience.ProceedsfromtheeveningadvancedYWCA’smissiontoeliminateracismandempowerwomen.
OurannualWeekWithoutViolencebroughttogethersurvivors,advocates,students,andcommunityleadersfor apowerfulweekofeventscenteredoneducation,healing,andcollectiveaction Frompublicartdisplaysand empowerment workshops to poetry performances, film screenings, and our Statehouse rally, the week remindedusofthestrengthandunityofourmovementtoendgender-basedviolence
Together, these events serve as a powerful reflection of our community’s commitment to justice, equity, and healing. Whether through art, advocacy, or celebration, YWCA Northeast Kansas is proud to be a catalyst for arted.
STAND WITH US
AtYWCANortheastKansas,everyvolunteer,donor,andadvocate playsacriticalroleinadvancingourmissiontoeliminateracism, empowerwomen,andpromotepeace,justice,freedom,anddignity forall.
WHENYOUGETINVOLVED,YOUHELPUS
Providesafetyandsupporttosurvivorsofdomesticviolence, sexualassault,stalking,andhumantrafficking.
Deliverhigh-qualitybeforeandafterschoolcaretochildren throughKidsQuest.
Advocate for racial and gender justice through education, training,andcommunityaction.
WAYSTOGETINVOLVED
Donate
Yourfinancialsupportfuelscriticalservicesforwomen, children,andfamiliesacrossNortheastKansas.
Volunteer
FromsupportingeventstohelpingattheCenterforSafety andEmpowerment,volunteersarevitaltoourdailywork.
Partner
Businessesandorganizationscanamplifyourimpact throughpartnershipandsponsorshipopportunities.
Advocate
Joinusinspeakingoutforracialjustice,genderequity, andtherightsofsurvivors Yourvoicematters
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