YWCA Boulder County

Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women

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“We [Black] women seldom do just what we want to do, but always what we have to do.” -Dorothy Height (1912-2010) As we continue to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor and uplift Dorothy Height, activist and educator.

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Today is the first day of #BlackHistoryMonth. Follow along all month long as we raise awareness of issues affecting Black women’s bodily autonomy, financial empowerment, and more. #Blackhistorymonth2024 #BHM2024

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Join us for a FUN night out for a GREAT cause! On 3/9, we'll be hosting our 2024 gala. This is a pivotal year to unite as a community & celebrate those working to eliminate racism & empower women. Learn more about the event & buy your tickets now: https://t.co/ieosGxgfIn

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1/29 was the 15th anniversary of the passage of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, named for Lilly Ledbetter (pictured), a passionate champion for #EqualPay for equal work. Call on Congress to take action to address pay inequities: https://t.co/Ins8IG2tHK

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ICYMI: We'll be holding a reproductive rights rally & signature-gathering event from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. TOMORROW in front of the Boulder County Courthouse in downtown Boulder (1300 Pearl Street, Boulder). We hope you'll join us at this important event! #reproductivejustice

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It's #ThrowbackThursday and we're throwing it back to June of '23 & our One Year Without Roe Community Gathering & Rally. Join us from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sat., 1/27 for our rally & signature-gathering event in downtown Boulder. Register now: https://t.co/QgHnW3DmxD

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Our CEO, Debbie Pope, appeared on @9NEWS during today's noon newscast to promote Saturday's reproductive rights rally & signature-gathering event. Click on the link below to watch the segment, and be sure to join us from 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Saturday! https://t.co/NGCcSNGVgT

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This just in: Early bird tickets are now on sale for our 2024 gala! You're invited to join us at our gala for an evening of elegance and impact. Visit https://t.co/qUAmZgJxHi to learn more and buy your tickets before they sell out!

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YWCA Boulder County will be holding a rally and signature-gathering event from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, 1/27 in front of the Boulder County Courthouse in downtown Boulder, CO. The event is free and registration is required: https://t.co/FzMSyjh1GI #ReproductiveJustice

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#StandAgainstRacism #MLK

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We'll be closed on Monday (1/15) in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Read on to learn more about the holiday honoring the slain activist and his fight against inequality and racial injustice. #MLKDay #mlkday2024 #StandAgainstRacism
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Stay tuned for updates on our advocacy efforts and upcoming events!

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We're celebrating the life & legacy of Zora Neale Hurston, the pioneering author, anthropologist, and folklorist. Through her life & legacy, she demonstrated the truth of her famous assertion: "A thing is mighty big when time and distance cannot shrink it." #zoranealehurston

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Stalking is dangerous and often co-occurs with physical violence and sexual violence. #KnowItNameItStopIt #NSAM2024

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Happy 2024! Here’s to a new year of continuing to show up for women, by:

🌟continuing to work towards #racialjustice for all
🌟continuing to support and empower women
🌟continuing to provide #childcare to assist in economic recovery

#happynewyear #happynewyear2024 #2024goals

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YWCA Boulder County and Persimmon Early Learning will be closed for winter recess from Thursday, December 21, 2023 - Wednesday, January 3, 2024. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday!

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We may be wrapping up 2023, but it’s never too late to fight for what you believe in! Join us to support our mission to eliminate racism & champion women’s empowerment. Together, we can make a difference. Make your gift today: https://t.co/RNqT7Y8r27

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Many Americans feel lonely and isolated, but simple actions to strengthen our relationships can help. The U.S. Surgeon General's 5-for-5 Connection Challenge encourages Americans to connect with five people over five days to foster stronger connections: https://t.co/vHRF55W0uK

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Feeling stressed this holiday season? In this @Forbes article, Eliza VanCort, author of "A Woman's Guide to Claiming Space: Stand Tall. Raise Your Voice. Be Heard," identifies six strategies for women to claim their personal space during the holidays. https://t.co/kFfZT8OoMV

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It's #ColoradoGivesDay! Did you know your support is especially important this year? We're relying on donors like you to fund our important work, including Persimmon Early Learning and the life-changing child care we offer. Make your gift now: https://t.co/9qA0OjXuiV

#CDG2023