Category: The View from Gen Z

A recent Community Conversation hosted by YW discussed how poverty, unemployment and a lack of affordable housing are pushing homeless numbers up in Minnesota and that without a community structure or support system to address these issues, they will continue to grow. See how you can become part of the solution…

With over 20 million Gen Z’s now eligible to vote this year, this age group could significantly influence the outcome and impact of the November elections. In this week’s blog post, the YWCA’s newest intern urges us not to miss the opportunity to vote and drive change in 2020!

YWCA St. Paul launches on-going community conversation on activism and reform designed to raise awareness to the systemic inequities faced by black people in this country. Hear from local leaders as they share their own lived experiences.

Throughout history, activism has been present. And always at the forefront of those movements are young people – organizing and leading, demanding justice for the inequities that continue to plague society. Check out how activists can make a difference today.

The Young Women’s Initiative issues call to action by joining with the people in our communities who are demanding accountability and justice for George Floyd and all black lives that have been lost to police brutality.

In recent months, a lot has changed in our lives, forcing friends to find new ways to bond and stay connected. Here are some ways to stay linked with those you care about.

Despite social distancing, we are all looking for ways to stay connected with others. Read the full post to check out ways to maintain contact and tell us how YOU are maintaining connections.

We’re ALL in this together! The impact of COVID-19 is creating stress, anxiety and uncertainty about the future – we feel it too! While we may have more questions than answers, we still intend to maintain forward momentum and we want you to be able to do the same.