24/7 Helpline If you find yourself in need of help and support at any hour, remember that you’re not alone. Reach out to our 24/7 helpline at (313) 561-5300, where understanding listeners are ready to provide assistance and guidance, no matter the time of day. Your well-being is our priority and our mission.
The YWCA Magazine | Special Issue on Racism.
Newly Refurbished: The June 1968 Edition of the YWCA Magazine: Special Issue on Racism
Memorial Day | The last Monday of May, 2023.
Memorial Day While often considered the unofficial start of summer in the United States, many people take advantage of the long weekend before the last Monday in May to gather with family and friends to celebrate and honor fallen soldiers of the Military, on a Federal Holiday known as Memorial Day. On this day of […]
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. This month-long observance aims to increase public awareness and understanding of mental health issues and to promote the importance of mental health wellness. When it comes to domestic violence, mental health can play a significant role. Domestic violence can have a profound impact […]
Women Deserve Equal Pay for Equal Work!
Take action and end the gender Pay Gap. Today is Equal Pay Day—the day an average woman works into the new year to make what white men made at the end of last year. On average, women working full-time are paid just 84 cents to every dollar their white, non-Hispanic male counterpart makes. Even worse, the […]
Become an Advocate for YWCA Detroit.
Your voice counts. Volunteers are an integral part of our organization. Below is a list of volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in volunteering with the YWCA in one of the roles below, please contact the Executive Office at 313/259-9922, Ext. 200. Volunteer opportunities Note: All volunteers may be subject to a criminal history background […]
ADVOCACY AGENDA
ADVOCACY AGENDA Informed by our 160-year history and by the expertise of our nationwide network, YWCA is carrying on its long tradition of social action and advocacy to advance our mission. Since our inception, YWCA’s nearly 200 local associations in 45 states and the District of Columbia have been on the frontlines of more than […]
Federal Legislative Priorities: 118th Congress
Federal Legislative Priorities: 118th Congress In this moment of ongoing economic uncertainty and compounding social challenges facing our nation, YWCA is driving an inclusive agenda to address the underlying gender equity and racial justice tensions that are deeply embedded in our nation. We are calling on members of Congress to act on the following health, […]
Signs of Trauma
Signs of Trauma Reexperiencing Avoidance Increased Arousal Dissociation If you feel that you experience any of the signs listed above and would like to seek help and resources, feel free to contact us at our YWCA Interim House, 24/7 Helpline (313)-861-5300. You can also reach us at YWCA Metropolitan Detroit office, phone number (313)-259-9922.
