Topic 1: Age of Misinformation/Disinformation
False information has significant implications for racial equality, as misinformation can reinforce stereotypes that shape public opinion, inform policy, and sow distrust.
Topic 2: Interpersonal Racism
Interpersonal racism can happen in everyday interactions, whether intentionally or not. While some might be learning how to recognize and challenge interpersonal racism, others may need to practice healing from the harms of racism.
Topic 3: American Dream
The American Dream is often promoted as something accessible to all. Yet, systemic racism substantially affects economic security, home ownership, and educational success–three primary pillars of the American Dream.
Topic 4: Racialization of Crime
The racialization of crime refers to how deep-rooted racial biases and stereotypes influence perceptions of crime, determine criminal justice policies, and fundamentally alter the health and wellness of our communities.
YWCA Week of Action
YWCA GP joins our sister organizations as ONE YWCA with the goal of educating the public and elected officials on the importance of keeping our programming across the U.S. accessible, sustainable, and funded.
Honoring Disability Pride Month
It’s Disability Pride Month, an “annual observance in July that celebrates people with disabilities, commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and promotes disability culture and visibility.” In honor of this special observance, we’re studying up on the Disability Pride flag and some key figures who paved the way for the passage of the ADA, which will celebrate its 35th anniversary this year.
Celebrating Pre-K Graduation
Congratulations to our 2025 Pre-K graduates, and thank you to our volunteers from Google who helped make the day a success!
How the “Motherhood Tax” Impacts Women
If you’re a mother, you may have heard of the “motherhood tax” or “motherhood penalty”—and, even if you haven’t heard of this “tax,” you may still be paying it.
Make Your Voice Heard on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day
Raise awareness of Black Women's Equal Pay Day with our new, ready-to-use toolkit featuring graphics and text to share with your networks.
Honoring AANHPI History and Culture in Pittsburgh
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and this year’s theme is “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience.” We're honoring this observance by taking a look back at AANHPI Pittsburgh history, finding local opportunities to honor Asian and Pacific Islander heritage, and uplifting present-day AANHPI history-makers.
2025 YWCA Racial Justice Challenge Recap
If you missed this year’s YWCA Racial Justice Challenge, we’ve collected some highlights from across our 4 weeks of content for you to browse!
Spring 2025 Newsletter
We’re pleased to share these stories from our recent programs and initiatives!
What is the Pennsylvania CROWN Act?
The CROWN Act (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) passed the PA House in March of 2025. Now, it’s up to the state Senate to bring it to the floor for a vote.
The Women Who Shaped Pittsburgh History
This Women’s History Month, we’re taking a closer look at women who resisted the constraints of their time and left lasting legacies right here in Pittsburgh.
How Dr. Dorothy Height Made History
Dr. Dorothy Height would be 113 this month. Learn how she shaped YWCAs across the country and left a lasting legacy.
YWCA Honors the Women Who Paved the Way & Empowers Those Who Follow
For generations, women have broken barriers, led movements, and fought for justice. This Women's History Month, we celebrate their courage—and we ask you to help us continue their legacy by joining the YWCA Movement.