Social Justice & Advocacy
YWCA Greater Green Bay uses the YWCA theory of change model to address our community's biggest challenges. This theory of change includes providing direct services to those most affected by the problem, education to those perpetuating and enabling the problem, and public policy advocacy to address the problem. Our goal is to support and empower the women of today and build a brighter future- without discrimination- for the women of tomorrow.
Our social justice program goals are to educate the people of Greater Green Bay about the ways discrimination shows up in our community today, ways they may be perpetuating or enabling racism and sexism, and ways we can work together to create a more just and inclusive future.
Our social justice programming is designed to meet people where they are and encourage cultural humility without blame or shame.
We remain rooted in rich history, but our approach to serving our clients is holistic, strategic and innovative.
Nationally, YWCA advocacy issues include lobbying for pay equity and hate crimes legislation, increased funding for Head Start and passing the Violence Against Women Act. Locally, through our programs, we are changing lives and restoring hope for women, their families, and our community!
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The YWCA is committed to providing a wide variety of individual and community social justice education opportunities which promote equity in our increasingly diverse community and improve the quality of life for women of all ages, races, and faiths.
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Advocacy
We carry on this long tradition of social action and advocacy to advance our mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and ensuring peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. You are a crucial part of this work, and your voice is critical as we advocate for policies that bring us closer to fulfilling that mission
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Community Conversations
Community Conversations is a weekly Wednesday series where we illuminate issues involving race in our community and highlight the voices of people here who are making a difference. The series often takes the form of a webinar/interview, but we will occasionally share other resources that relate to timely issues or call our community to action around a topic. Follow us on Facebook to see our videos
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Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI)
If you are interested in pursuing a 1-on-1 DEI journey, we offer the IDI. We use this tool to help you understand the way you approach cultural commonalities and differences, and then give recommendations for growth. This is a foundational tool that helps individuals and groups jump start their diversity, equity, and inclusion journey. To learn more contact Andrea Huggenvik
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Opportunities for Groups
We offer a variety of services to help businesses, organizations, or other groups improve their cultural competency. From 1-on-1 coaching to workshops to a life-size board game – we have an option to fit every group. We are part of this community and pride ourselves on being easy to work with, approachable, and affordable. To learn more contact Andrea Huggenvik
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Until Justice Just Is Campaign
A cornerstone of the national UJJI Campaign is the 21-Day Stand Against Racism Challenge which offers everyone the chance to participate in and help foster a virtual community of growth and learning around social, systemic, and institutional racial inequity.