Community Impact ↘
Congratulations to our very own Executive Director Carol Hudock Palcic on her recent Women & Business feature in Pittsburgh Magazine!
"When she was hired in 2021 as executive director of the YWCA Westmoreland County, Carol Hudock Palcic was told there was only enough money to keep the doors open for another two years — but that wasn’t going to stop her. 'I accepted this as a personal challenge, and we are now in year three and continue to move forward,' she says."
Read the full piece at http://pittsburghmagazine.com/women-business-profile.../
We Who Believe in Freedom
A MESSAGE FROM THE DESK OF MARGARET MITCHELL, CEO
In this moment, I call us to remember that, as YWCA leaders – and as the YWCA network – we have intentionally placed ourselves at the front lines of our communities to continue the work that now lies before us. We understand how to move in a world of deeply rooted gender and racial inequities and challenges, and we move in that world each day as we work to support our communities and lay out a better path for the generations to come.
Today, breathe. Tomorrow, we continue to push.
As we reflect on the outcomes of this election, I want to name the significance of Vice President Kamala Harris’s candidacy and the impact it has had on so many across the nation. Her journey has and will continue to open doors for all of us – especially our daughters, who have now witnessed the audacity of hope -- a Black South Asian woman as the nominee for a major party, running for our country’s highest office.
Along with the power of that truth, we cannot ignore the realities of the impact of today’s outcomes - not just on the work ahead, but on the very values that are core to our souls, our identities, and in the context of the diversity of communities we work within. Many of you have been experiencing the direct effects of the rhetoric of this season and the fear of safety that abounds in change.
In this moment, I see you. All of you. I see the broad network of nearly 200 individual leaders. I see your pain and hear your concerns. I see you pouring from cups that have long been emptied. I see your emotions as you support those you serve--your children, families, and your communities. Most of all, I see you pressing on in the face of backlash. And, I need you to continue to push forward. You are not alone, there is strength in this sisterhood.
As you find yourself in quiet moments today and in the days to come, and as you process the days and weeks ahead, hold onto the words of Ella’s Song even closer. “We who believe in freedom cannot rest until it comes.”
Hope remains a powerful, RADICAL act. There is nothing that can take or shake our united resolve. We will continue to serve and to build – just as we have for 165 years. This is what we have been called to do.
YWCA Westmoreland County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
What We Do ↘
Our mission at the YWCA Westmoreland County is eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We accomplish this through what we do: Computer Classes, Smartphones/Tablets Classes, and Customized Trainings, Wellness & Enrichment Classes, Girls Field Hockey, English-as-a-Second Language, International Women’s Group, TechGYRLS, Racial Justice, YWCA Rising Star Award, New Choices Program
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Mission and Vision
YWCA Westmoreland County envisions a community who strives to grow each day to be stronger than ever.
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Volunteer With Us
Volunteer to make a difference in the lives of women and girls in Westmoreland County.
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Join Us
Your membership will strengthen our mission to empower women so join us today!
Our Programs ↘
YWCA Westmoreland County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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Computer, Tablet and Smartphone Classes
These classes offer a comfortable learning environment to become more efficient on the computer.
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English-as-a-Second Language
The teaching of English to culturally diverse non-native individuals.
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Health and Wellness Classes
The YWCA Westmoreland County offers Yoga and Bridge classes.
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TechGYRLS Program
This program is for young women ages 11-14 which empowers them through education.
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New Choices Program
This program provides the opportunity to prepare to join the workforce.
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International Women's Group
Provides a meeting place for women to meet each other to become a part of their new community.
Job Opportunities ↘
Marketing Intern
Call the YWCA Main Office at 724-834-9390 if interested in this position!
Become a Member Today ↘
Become a basic member for only $20 annually to support our cause. Levels above $20 provide additional financial support for comprehensive YWCA programs designed to empower women, girls and families.
Levels above $20 provide additional financial support for comprehensive YWCA programs designed to empower women, girls and families
Your YWCA Membership may be used at any YWCA in the world
Provides the member a discount if they decide to sign up for technology classes
Reach Out ↘
YWCA Westmoreland County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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I Need Help
If you are a victim of any type of violence or crime, Blackburn Center in Greensburg, PA can help. All of our client services are FREE of charge, and are available to anyone whose life has been affected by violence or crime. If you need immediate help, please call our 24 hour hotline at 1-888-832-2272 (TDD Available).
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I Want To Help
Volunteer to make a difference in the life of women and girls in Westmoreland County. Our volunteers help in many different ways through event-related opportunities, our used bookstore, and thrift shop. We would love for you to join our team!
