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YWCA eliminates racism, empowers women & promotes peace, justice, freedom & dignity for all.

09/03/2026

Gloria Steinem spent her life challenging the systems and expectations that limited women’s voices, choices and opportunities. Her work helped move gender equity from the margins of the national conversation and inspired generations of women to recognize their own power to create change.

At YWCA Greater Cincinnati, we share her belief that progress requires both courage and action. Our mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all calls us to continue pushing for a world where every woman and girl has the opportunity to live safely, lead fully and be heard.

We mourn the loss of an Ohio-born trailblazer while honoring her in the most meaningful way we can: by continuing the work.

09/01/2026

Yesterday, YWCA team members Michelle Gundrum, Nicole Williams, Tiffany Wilson, and Juwana Glover had the pleasure of attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Nestlé Purina facility in Batavia. This opening is especially significant, as it marks Purina’s first new U.S. manufacturing facility in more than 50 years.

We were honored to celebrate this milestone with a community partner that has also supported the work of YWCA Greater Cincinnati. In July 2025, Purina staff volunteered their time to assist with the opening of our Safe Havens Paw Program at Francie Garber Pepper House of Healing, helping us create a space where domestic violence survivors can seek safety without having to leave their beloved pets behind.

We are excited to welcome Purina to Batavia and look forward to the economic and social impact this new facility will have on the community. Congratulations to the entire Nestlé Purina team on this exciting milestone!

08/26/2026

This is what collaboration looks like. Our missions are distinct, but our vision for women in our community is shared.

Our organizations support women at different moments and in different ways, creating a continuum of services, resources and opportunities that help women find safety, build stability, grow their careers, strengthen their economic security and thrive.

We don’t compete. We collaborate. We connect, champion and strengthen one another because we know we can make a bigger impact when we work together.

On Women’s Equality Day, we’re championing women supporting women and a Cincinnati where every woman has the opportunity to thrive.

📸 Pictured:
Rickell Howard Smith, President & CEO, YWCA Greater Cincinnati

Meggan Thompson, President & CEO, Dress for Success Cincinnati

Camilla Worrell, Executive Director, Women's Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation

Kristin Shrimplin, Executive Director & CEO, Women Helping Women

Photos by Tasha Pinelo | Game Day

08/25/2026

There’s something powerful about getting in a room with people who understand the work you do every day!

Our team recently joined leaders from more than 60 domestic violence and sexual assault programs across Ohio for the Ohio Domestic Violence Network's annual Leadership Retreat. Juwana Glover, our Chief Program Officer and ODVN Board Chair, led a session on "Steady Leadership in Uncertain Times," talking with nearly 50 leaders about staff wellness, compassion fatigue and ways to help their teams stay resilient through challenging times.

YWCA team members Tiffany Wilson and Nicole Williams joined Juwana for the retreat, taking time to learn, connect and recharge alongside others doing this important work across the state.

08/24/2026

⏳ One week left!

There's still time to recognize a remarkable woman for YWCA Greater Cincinnati's Career Women of Achievement.

Whether she's leading in the workplace, championing equity, mentoring others, or making a difference in our community, now is the time to celebrate her impact.

Nominations close August 31.

🔗 Learn more and submit your nomination today: https://ywcacincinnati.org/careerwomen

08/21/2026

We love celebrating the people who make our mission possible!

At our Annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon, we had the opportunity to recognize our incredible team and celebrate employees reaching 5, 10, 15 and 20 years of service to YWCA Greater Cincinnati.

Thank you for the passion, dedication and care you bring to our work and our community every day.

A special thank you to Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio for welcoming us to the Holloman Center for Social Justice for this celebration!

08/20/2026

Some conversations have the power to move a community forward.

This fall, YWCA Greater Cincinnati is launching Mission Forward Speaker Series, a new annual event bringing nationally recognized thought leaders to Cincinnati for conversations that inspire action, advance equity and strengthen our community.

We are honored to welcome acclaimed legal scholar, civil rights advocate and bestselling author Professor Anita Hill as our inaugural speaker.

Join us October 28 at Memorial Hall as we begin a new tradition of bringing our community together around the ideas, challenges and opportunities shaping our future.

Mission Forward is presented with the generous support of Interact for Health.

Sponsorship opportunities are available now. Individual tickets go on sale September 8.

Learn more at ywcacincinnati.org/missionforwardspeakerseries.

08/19/2026

YWCA Greater Cincinnati was proud to join the 38th Annual Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion, celebrating culture and community. We loved connecting with so many friends, families and community partners at one of our favorite Cincinnati traditions!

08/11/2026

We’re excited to be heading back to Paycor Stadium for NamasDey!🧘‍♀️
Join us at the home of the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday, September 8 for an evening of yoga, community and giving back as we kick off Open in Orange Week. Best of all, proceeds from the event benefit YWCA Greater Cincinnati!

🗓️ Tuesday, September 8
⏰ 7–8 p.m. (9 p.m. for VIPs) | Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
📍 Paycor Stadium
🎟️ General Admission: $15
✨ VIP Experience: $50

Enjoy a 50-minute yoga session on the field. Upgrade to VIP for a post-event happy hour with drinks, light bites and a surprise gift.

Tap the link to get tickets! https://www.bengals.com/fans/namasdey

08/07/2026

There's just one month left to nominate a Rising Star! If you know someone ready to rise up to what's next, nominate her today.

The Rising Star Equity Leadership Program empowers high-achieving women to strengthen their leadership, prepare for nonprofit board service, and join a network of women committed to creating stronger communities.

Each candidate must receive a nomination AND complete the application by the deadline of September 8, 2026.

🔗 Tap the link for more information on the Rising Star Equity Leadership Program eligibility requirements and nomination/application process 👉 https://ywcacincinnati.org/rising-star-leadership-program

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