YWCA Metro St. Louis featured in Ladue News for YWCA USA Women’s Empowerment Award

On Friday, June 9, YWCA Metro St. Louis received YWCA USA’s 2023 Association Excellence Award for mission impact in the field of Women’s Empowerment at YWCA USA’s National Conference in Washington, D.C.

Thank you to Ladue News for highlighting this recognition and our crucial services. Read the full article and a conversation with our President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Cheryl Watkins.

YWCA Metro St. Louis is the region’s leading advocate for the safety, security and stability of women and children, serving more than 10,000 women, girls and families annually. The mission of YWCA is eliminating racism and empowering women. YWCA offers crisis intervention and rapid re-housing for victims of sexual and domestic violence; services for pregnant women and Head Start and Early Head Start early childhood education; economic empowerment services for all clients; and racial justice educational programs.

YWCA 24/7 CRISIS HELP LINE 314.531.7273