FALL 2017
" From leadership training, STEM education, and entrepreneurship to advocacy days on Capitol Hill and support for survivors of domestic violence, YWCA continues to change lives every day."
-Alejandra Y. Castillo-
WHAT'S NEW AT THE YW
YWCA OF GREATER MIAMI-DADE
WILL HOST MY MIAMI STORY

On October 17, 2017, we will host our very own My Miami Story. The Miami Foundation launched the My Miami Story initiative in 2016, as a way to foster dialogue among residents about life in Miami.   The conversations center around things that people are passionate about, from transit solutions, to job opportunities, to housing concerns, and everything in between.  

We are excited to participate this year by hosting an intimate conversation at our Intergenerational Center. We are committed to eliminating racism and empowering women, and open, honest dialogue about the issues that affect us all is the only way we can achieve our mission! 
OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH & THE  YWCA IS COMMITTED 
TO EARLY DETECTION 

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, 14,460 new cases of breast cancer will be detected in Florida this year and 2,770 lives will be lost. While advances have been made in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure, early detection still affords the best opportunity for successful treatment. 

The YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade's breast health outreach program helps ensure that all women have access to early detection information and options. We are truly #OnAMission!  #Pinktober
THE BUILDING BLOCKS LEARNING CENTER 
IS NOW OPEN

We are very excited to announce "The Building Blocks Learning Center" at YWCA  Miami Gardens  Intergenerational Center!
This program is an affordable daycare for children ages 3-5 and is 
OPEN FOR IMMEDIATE ENROLLMENT!

Call (305)-377-922 ext. 204 for more information and to reserve your child's space.
SAVE THE DATE: GIVE MIAMI DAY 
11.16.17
Give Miami Day is coming! Last year, more than 19,000 individuals gave to over 600 Nonprofits in Miami-Dade, raising over $9.1 Million dollars. The YWCA of Greater Miami-Dade was among the 600+ organizations with amazing supporters who took part in the city-wide day of giving. 

Keep up with us on social media, where we will tell you more about how you can get in involved in #GiveMiamiDay, and join us as we take part in building a better Miami!
WEDNESDAYS ARE FOR WOMEN 
JOIN US ON NOVEMBER 1,  2017  
EMPOWER HER LUNCH


TESTIMONIALS |NETWORKING|PHILANTHROPY

We welcome the opportunity to get to know you over a  complim entary lunch, where you will meet passionate individuals, and hear the true and inspiring stories from the women and families who triumphed against obstacles with the help of the YWCA Miami.

It is a chance to come together and enjoy the company of fellow philanthropists like yourselves who want to make a change in their community during your lunch break!

NOV 1, 2017| 351 NW 5th ST. Miami | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
   
If you can't make it, remember we have these events every 1st Wednesday of the month!
I N CASE YOU MISSED IT: 
WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO @ THE YW

This fall, we've had the opportunity to open our centers up to the community beyond our traditional programming! Weeks after Hurricane Irma has passed, our beautiful city is still picking up the pieces.  We have been honored to open our centers as a safe haven and a resource to the community. 

Our CEO Kerry-Ann Royes, also welcomed Delma Noel-Pratt, the first woman to serve as Chief of Police for Miami Gardens, on a tour of our Intergenerational Center. Both women in leadership look forward to partnering together! 
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY KEEPING UP WITH WHAT'S NEW @ THE YWCA. WE CANNOT DO IT WITHOUT THE CONTINUED PARTNERSHIPS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF THOSE THROUGHOUT GREATER MIAMI-DADE. 
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