The YWCA of Northwest Georgia opened the first emergency shelter for battered women in Georgia in 1978. Today, the Family Violence and Sexual Assault program continues to provide shelter, court advocacy, crisis stabilization for individuals, group support, hospital accompaniment, 24 hour hotline, children's groups and prevention/education programs for youth. The YWCA Health Promotions program offers aquatics and fitness programs for all ages including therapeutic classes in the indoor swimming pool. Youth programs include preschool child care services for homeless and low-income families at two sites and a summer day camp for school age youth. In addition, the YWCA is a partner in the Cobb Microenterprise Council and houses a business incubator at the YWCA for women entrepreneurs. The YWCA seeks to impact public policy through the efforts of the YWCA Public Policy Committee which monitors local, state and national legislative initiatives and community issues, informs members of issues relating to our public policy priorities, and lobbies legislators. Periodically, the agency conducts voter education and registration drives and offers a Campaign Skills Workshop. Diversity, inclusiveness and the elimination of racism are of paramount concern to the YWCA and we work to ensure that these values are incorporated into all of our efforts.
Mission Statement
The YWCA of the USA is a women's membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values. Strengthened by diversity, the Association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women's growth, leadership and power to attain a common vision: Peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people. The Association will thrust its collective power towards the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary.
The Details
- Address 48 Henderson St.Marietta, GA 30064
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Contact
- Christine Dunson
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Phone
- (770) 427-2902
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Fax
- (770) 429-8429
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Interest Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights, Children & Youth, Community, Crisis Support, Women
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