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HB314: A Legislative Win for Domestic Violence Survivors

Friday, September 22, 2023

It is now easier for survivors of domestic violence in Utah to be released from their rental agreements so they can flee abuse and seek safety.  YWCA Utah worked in collaboration with several organizations and Rep. Marsha Judkins to improve Utah’s domestic violence lease termination law1 . HB 314 Remedies for Victims of Domestic Violence… Continue Reading HB314: A Legislative Win for Domestic Violence Survivors

Bridging the Digital Divide: YWCA Utah’s Partnership with Comcast

Monday, August 28, 2023

  In a world where access to technology has become essential for education, employment, and overall empowerment, the digital divide continues to present a significant challenge. However, through a long-standing partnership with Comcast, YWCA Utah takes a giant leap towards bridging this gap. Comcast recently awarded YWCA Utah a generous grant, which will have a… Continue Reading Bridging the Digital Divide: YWCA Utah’s Partnership with Comcast

National Black-Owned Business Month

Monday, August 21, 2023

YWCA Utah was thrilled to read this month’s SheMoney newsletter by Jacki Zehner and learn more about the important history of Black-owned Banks in the United States. The history of racism in America has always been deeply tied to the history of financial sovereignty being stripped away from black communities. From redlining, to racial disparities in the… Continue Reading National Black-Owned Business Month

Call to Action Foundation X YWCA Utah

Monday, July 31, 2023

The partnership between the Call to Action Foundation and YWCA Utah has been instrumental in creating transformative experiences and opportunities for domestic violence survivors and their children. In 2021, the Call to Action Foundation approved a contribution of $658,700 over the course of three years to support the child survivors of domestic violence living on… Continue Reading Call to Action Foundation X YWCA Utah

Our Children’s Services Story

Monday, July 31, 2023

The Evolution of the Sharks  YWCA Utah’s Afterschool Coordinator, Liz Griffin, is essentially the reason for our Afterschool Program being known as “The Sharks”. Our branding started with simple swimsuits one Summer. Liz thought it would be both convenient and cute to purchase matching swimsuits for the kids to borrow. The swimsuits we found had… Continue Reading Our Children’s Services Story

YWCA Utah In The News

Community Engagement Exchange Program Participants from Sierra Leone & Hungary Conduct Civil Society Practicum with YWCA Utah

Monday, June 12, 2023

   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Apirl 2023   Community Engagement Exchange Program Participants from Sierra Leone & Hungary Conducting Civil Society Practicum with YWCA Utah  Adama Finda Borway & Júlia Bakó are partnering with YWCA Utah through the U.S. State Department’s Community Engagement Exchange Program. For twelve weeks, Adama & Júlia, are emerging international young leaders,… Continue Reading Community Engagement Exchange Program Participants from Sierra Leone & Hungary Conduct Civil Society Practicum with YWCA Utah

Press Release: Bank of America Names YWCA Utah 2022 Neighborhood Builder

Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Recently, Bank of America Named YWCA Utah one of its 2022 Neighborhood Builders, a recognition granted to organizations committed to removing economic barriers and advancing economic mobility in the community. YWCA Utah is honored to be a recipient of this grant award. This recognition provides the YWCA Utah with leadership training on financial stability, access to peer… Continue Reading Press Release: Bank of America Names YWCA Utah 2022 Neighborhood Builder