Young Leaders Board
ABOUT THE YOUNG LEADERS BOARD
YWCA Greater Pittsburgh’s Young Leaders Board is a group of enterprising young professionals who provide advice, promote YWCA GP’s programs and initiatives, organize events, and brainstorm new ways YWCA GP can engage with the community.
Interested in applying? Ideal candidates are women between the ages of 21-32 years old who demonstrate a commitment to community engagement, civic leadership, and volunteerism. Young Leaders Board members are welcome to continue their terms through age 35.
Value Proposition and Benefits
• Community-Building: Be part of a network of emerging and established community leaders who are committed to YWCA GP mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
• Strategy: Gain a deeper understanding of YWCA GP programmatic and strategic priorities.
• Leadership Development: Develop and define your leadership skills by participating in professional development opportunities including networking, event planning, fundraising, community outreach, etc. while learning the fundamentals of non-profit board service.
CURRENT MEMBERS
Alexis Walker
Office of Mayor Ed Gainey, Education Coordinator
Brynnaiza Young
The Center for Race & Gender Equity Consultant
Ellyana Gomez
Neighborhood Learning Alliance
Katlyn Weiser
Allegheny Conference on Community Development
Olivia Ricci
FedEx Ground
Yazmin Bennett-Kelly
Healthy Start, Inc Pittsburgh