Women’s History Month 2023 Spotlight: Jacquelin Harris

Categories: General

As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we invite you to watch Jacqueline Harris’ remarkable story. As a former resident of the YWCA in Yonkers, NY, she recalls her residential experience with the YWCA, her involvement in the 1970’s YWCA conference in Texas, and explains the importance of Women’s History Month.

Governor Pritzker’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Supports Economic Equity for Illinois Families and Communities

Categories: Policy & Advocacy

On February 15, Governor J.B. Pritzker presented his proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024, which begins July 1, 2023. YWCA Metropolitan Chicago applauds Governor Pritzker and his staff for presenting a budget that supports the needs of all Illinoisans and their families by including transformative funding for education, human services, and economic equity.  Read more …

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