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YWCA Women’s Equity Day Celebration Rally
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt and KMOV’s Vickie Newton Headline An All-White Attire and Hat Event Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, granddaughter of former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, will headline a YWCA Women’s Equity Day Celebration Rally to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that granted women the right to vote. Additionally, the East St. Louis Senior High Jazz Combo will provide entertainment and Emmy-award winning KMOV-TV News Anchor Vickie Newton will offer a “call to action.” The celebration is from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., on Aug. 26, at the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center, located at 2711 Locust St., in midtown St. Louis. The League of Women Voters of St. Louis, an event cosponsor, will offer voter registration at the event. Click here to read more and RSVP. “I Am Woman” Poetry Slam
A 19th Amendment Celebration YWCA is hosting an “I Am Woman” poetry slam from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Aug. 13. The slam is one of two pre-Equity Day Rally Celebration events to be held in observance of the 90th anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that granted women the right to vote. The poetry slam is free and open to all poets and to literary expressions given by those ages 16 and older. It will be held at the Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center, at 2711 Locust St. in midtown St. Louis. Presenters are invited to pre-register online and all attendees should RSVP at www.ywcastlouis.org or equityday@ywcastlouis.org. Click here for all 19th Amendment observances
“Iron Jawed Angels” Suffrage Movement Panel Discussion
“So Reel” Speaker’s Series
So Reel is held monthly at the Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center, 2711 Locust St., in midtown St. Louis. It is free and encourages open and constructive dialogue. Registration is not necessary for So Reel presentations. For more information, contact ahunter@ywcastlouis.org or view upcoming topics by visiting the YWCA Web site at www.ywcastlouis.org. Click here to view So Reel event photos.
Leader Lunch Chairwomen are Announced
Academy of Leaders are Invited to Mark 30th Luncheon YWCA has selected two of its prominent women business leaders on the organization’s board of directors to lead the 30th Leader Luncheon that recognizes the contributions of women in the workplace and the community. Jane Wulf, chief administrative officer for Scottrade, Inc., has been named chairwoman and Ann B. Prenatt, vice chancellor for human resources for Washington University in St. Louis, is co-chairwoman. YWCA Introduces Young Ambassadors
Young Women Professionals Are Invited
YWCA Head Start Hosts Back-to-School Fairs
The YWCA St. Louis Head Start/Early Head Start program will host a series of Back-To-School Fairs to enroll new and returning children for the upcoming school year. The fairs will be held through August 20, between 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at Head Start centers for both half-day and full-day programs. For more details and a list of locations, click here.
Challenges Unlimited Hosts Open House
Program Serves Adults with Developmental Disabilities “This program is a blessing from God,” says Nina Murphy, a parent who gave an impromptu testimonial about the benefits of Challenges Unlimited during its Open House on Sat., July 24, at the Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center. “This is allowing parents, like me, to work,” she continued. Murphy was among the more than 60 people in attendance who were current or future program participants, family members, funders and program supporters. Challenges Unlimited, a program for adults with developmental disabilities, is designed to enhance the quality of life and independence of males and females, ages 21 and older, with developmental disabilities from St. Louis City and County. It is offered year-round to promote self-reliance, self-advocacy and community integration for increasing independence in the home, on the job and in the community. Derek Murphy, one of the more than 80 participants, has been in the program for a year. “I can see how he’s grown and he’s become so independent,” says the proud mother. If you're interested in learning more about the program, call 314.531.1115 or e-mail smoss@ywcastlouis.org. To view event photos click here. YWCA Announces Head Start Web Page Expansion
The Head Start Back-To-School Fairs come in time as the YWCA launches an expansion of the Head Start section of its Web site. The expanded area has many new features that will showcase why Head Start is the best in early childhood education. It will allow parents and others to virtually experience Head Start and includes center locations, enrollment requirements, photos, volunteer information, fun facts and tips just for parents. To learn more about the Head Start program and to access links to additional resources, click here. Leverage Your Leader Lunch Sponsorship
Did you know you can customize your Leader Lunch sponsorship to fit your organization? Leadership comes in all shapes and sizes, as do the many companies that comprise the St. Louis business community. So, while it is important to recognize the vital role women’s leadership plays in the success of your business, how that recognition occurs may vary. As you look for ways to recognize and encourage women’s leadership in your organization, consider the following traditional and non-traditional ways. Want to Get to Know YWCA Metro St. Louis?
You may know that the YWCA St. Louis Regional Sexual Assault Center helps assault survivors on the road to recovery, but did you also know that homeless women find safe shelter and guidance on another road to recovery offered by YWCA? And did you know that our racial justice program provides enlightening conversations that foster race equity and diversity. If you find that you know only one aspect or very little about the scope of YWCA programs and services, please join us at one of our “strong alone. fearless together.” presentations. In just one hour, you’ll come away knowing how the YWCA carries out its mission to eliminate racism and empower more than 17,000 women, girls and their families throughout the year. |
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