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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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Dr. Dorothy Height would be 113 this month. Learn how she shaped YWCAs across the country and left a lasting legacy.
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.