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Meet the Ladies Behind Twice-As-Nice

August 4, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

For many years, Tri Kappa Delta Phi Chapter of Muncie has supported the YWCA in a plethora of ways. Most recently, they have hosted another huge Twice As Nice resale shop sale, raising hundreds for our organization in just two days. Tri Kappa is a philanthropic organization that promotes charity, culture, and education across Indiana….

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The YWCA Supports Planned Parenthood: Here’s the Y

July 21, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

The YWCA of Muncie Supports Planned Parenthood and Here’s Y: In recent months, Planned Parenthood has been the focus of many conversations from every side of the spectrum. The YWCA of Muncie, as well as YWCA USA, supports Planned Parenthood, and here is why: With over 75% of the women we serve relying on Medicaid, PP…

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Introducing the YWCA Resident Council

July 7, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

A government of the people, by the people and for the people. Introducing the YWCA Resident Council The YWCA has added an addition to our residential program.  Women staying in our facility now have the opportunity to have their voices and opinions heard.  The YWCA Resident Council is comprised of residential women that meet on…

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Unpacking Our Mission: Promoting Freedom and Dignity

June 30, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

Freedom & Dignity Unpacking our mission: a four-part series At the YWCA we are on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.  In the past several weeks we have been unpacking this mission through a four-part blog series, highlighting how we put these words into actions. …

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Unpacking Our Mission: Promoting Peace & Justice

June 23, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

Promoting Peace & Justice Unpacking our mission: a four-part series Nowadays it seems like anytime you see the words “peace” and “justice” together, they are followed by news regarding political turmoil. Let us reassure you, that is not what this is – this is a story of hope. The last couple weeks we have been…

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Unpacking Our Mission: Empowering Women

June 16, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

Empowering Women Unpacking our mission: a four-part series Last week we began a four-part series in which we are unpacking each aspect of our mission and explaining how we are turning those words into actions.  This week’s topic: empowering women. It starts with our roots… For us, the “W” in our name not only distinguishes…

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Unpacking Our Mission: Eliminating Racism

June 3, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

Eliminating Racism Unpacking our mission: a four-part series We are positive that on more than one occasion you have seen in bold orange and black letters: “The YWCA is on a mission.“ But, can you recall what that mission is? If not, it’s okay.  Here is a refresher: “The YWCA is on a mission to…

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This Week: Stand Against Racism

April 21, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

The week of April 23rd through April 30th YWCA’s across the country will host their Stand Against Racism events.  This campaign is designed to raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism among communities.  The YWCA also works to dismantle these forms of racism as it falls within our mission of eliminating…

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4 Ways To Participate In National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 14, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

Did you know that every ten seconds a report of child abuse is made?  That means that within a year there will 3.6 million referrals made to child protection agencies across the world.  With those numbers rising, April has been deemed as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.  The month is dedicated to spreading awareness the…

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Pay Equality – Play Your Part

March 31, 2017Kari WisselUncategorizedNo Comments

“Ask anyone, man or woman, ‘Do you want your daughter to have 75 cents when she deserves $1?’ What do you think the answer would be?” – Beyoncé Knowles Did you know that in 2017 women are still receiving less pay for equal work?  White women receive 79 cents for every dollar, while black women…

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YWCA of Muncie

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Since 1911 the YWCA of Muncie has been a pioneer for social change through innovative initiatives and programs to improve the lives of women in east central Indiana. While continuing to utilize the original layout of our facility, the organization has evolved into a shelter for women and their children while continuing to be a resource for women throughout the community.

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The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, dignity and freedom for all.

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310 E. Charles St.
Muncie, Indiana 47305

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