Stay True to You: Meet Beauty Entrepreneur Tameka Jones
A true beauty guru, Tameka Jones strives to help her clients feel confident from the inside out. The St. Paul native founded the vegan, cruelty-free
March 18, 2022
Stand Against Racism Challenge
This 21-Day Stand Against Racism Challenge will help you create dedicated time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of race, power, privilege, and leadership.
This Is Your Year!
In 2022, make time for you! With access to the Health & Fitness Center’s cardio and strength training equipment, pool and hot tub, sauna and group fitness classes, a fitness membership has options for everyone.
YWCA St. Paul
Is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Advancing
Racial Justice
YWCA St. Paul advances racial justice through education and advocacy in the community, by working with organizations seeking to build equity, and through programs focused on breaking down barriers in areas of significant racial and gender disparity. Learn More.
Fighting
Homelessness
Our range of housing programs combine affordable housing with customized support services that help participants stabilize their lives, build new skills, connect to community and secure a future of safe, stable housing. Learn More.
Building
Strength
The Health & Fitness center helps people live active lifestyles, prevent and manage chronic medical conditions and reduce stress through a variety of fitness options, membership types and financial assistance to help keep healthy living accessible. Learn More.
Overcoming
Barriers
In Employment & Economic Development programs people to build professional skills and overcome barriers to employment to enhance self-sufficiency. Learn More.
Empowering
Youth
Young people in our Youth Development programs create positive relationships with peers and staff to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in the classroom, work place and community. Learn More.
May 26, 2022 • 4:30–6:30 p.m. • Annual Fundraiser
You won’t want to miss this year’s Great St Paul Get-Together on May 26. What’s better then a butter princess or a stroll through Machinery Hill? How ‘bout sampling some sweet fare while getting a taste of YW’s work? This year’s Sweet Success event won’t feature a Ferris wheel or anything on a stick, but it does promise to be an inspiring gathering!
YWCA St. paul's JUNETEENTH 2022
YWCA St. Paul’s recent JUNETEENTH celebration was great fun. From world class entertainment, activities for the kids, some delicious food trucks, and a health and wellness center, the day was a nice way to honor and reflect on the anniversary of June 19, 1865, the day word arrived in Galveston, Texas, that enslaved people had been freed.
Please enjoy our livestream video at https://vimeo.com/720740288.
ywca is on a mission
With a mission to eliminate racism and empower women, our new podcast Herstory with YWCA St. Paul examines the nuances of intersectionality. Join us monthly as we sit down with women in our community who share the experiences and stories that have shaped them into the leaders they are today.
News
YW Board Spotlight: Angela Burns Finney
Creating opportunities and shaping communities where people can thrive is the mantra Angela Burns Finney lives by daily. A St. Paul native, Finney was raised
March 16, 2022
Elevating St. Paul’s Rich Diversity: Ruth Tanbara
As Women’s History Month continues, this week we celebrate women who have made strides in our local business community. These women are entrepreneurs, business leaders,
March 15, 2022
Events
Equity & Justice Conversation Series: Advancing Gender Equity through Centering Youth Voice
Please join us for our Equity and Justice Community Conversation on Wednesday, March 16 at 4:30 pm, with host La’Shante (Shaunie) Grigsby, YWCA St. Paul’s Young Women’s Initiative Coordinator, and Flava Café owner, on an in-depth panel discussion on Advancing Gender Equity through Centering Youth Voice.
March 3, 2022
Equity & Justice Conversation Series: Restorative Yoga
Holistic well-being encompasses mind, body, social and spirit. All aspects of our health are interconnected and function as a whole. Please join us for our Equity and Justice Community Conversation on Wednesday, January 19 at 4:30 p.m. with Marjorie Grevious.
February 15, 2022
Equity & Justice Conversation Series: Holistic Well-Being
Holistic well-being encompasses mind, body, social and spirit. All aspects of our health are interconnected and function as a whole. Please join us for our Equity and Justice Community Conversation on Wednesday, January 19 at 4:30 p.m. with Marjorie Grevious.
January 5, 2022
News
Spotlights
YW Board Spotlight: Angela Burns Finney
Creating opportunities and shaping communities where people can thrive is the mantra Angela Burns Finney lives by daily. A St. Paul native, Finney was raised
March 16, 2022
Women's History Month
Elevating St. Paul’s Rich Diversity: Ruth Tanbara
As Women’s History Month continues, this week we celebrate women who have made strides in our local business community. These women are entrepreneurs, business leaders,
March 15, 2022
YW News
Celebrating International Pi Day!
Pi Day (March 14, or 3.14) is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant pi. All around the world, people celebrate today by baking pies,
March 14, 2022
Women's History Month
Teaching Tomorrow’s Lessons Today: Jacki Trelawny
Meet Jacki Trelawny, Director of Community Engagement at St. Paul’s Family Tree Clinic. As a parent educator, she works with parents to equip them with
March 10, 2022
Women's History Month
Everyday Heroes: Dr. Sara Wiggins
They’re there by our side when we are at our most vulnerable. They care for their patients, often for long hours at a time, using
March 9, 2022
Events
YWCA St. Paul Blood Drive
On Tuesday, March 29, 2022, YWCA St. Paul will host a blood drive with the American Red Cross from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm inside
March 7, 2022