Upcoming Events

Fitness in the Parks

June 10 – August 30, 2024

Worcester Fitness in the Parks is a FREE 12-week program presented by the City of Worcester Department of Health and Human Services and Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA, in partnership with the YMCA of Central Massachusetts and YWCA Central Massachusetts. The goal of this program is to create a healthier Worcester by providing residents with opportunities to engage in active living and community building.

6-Week Meditation Series

This 6-week series beginning May 4 will introduce you to the healing power of sound meditation.

Questions?

Interested in a fitness membership?

Call 508-767-2505 ext.166 or email KBeardmore@ywcacm.org to learn more about drop-in or annual membership options.

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Advocacy

Domestic Violence Bills

H. 1547/S.1077: An act to improve protections relative to domestic violence Learn more

H1399/S1079 An Act Relative to Controlling and Abusive Litigation. Learn more

LGBTQ+ Worcester Youth

Massachusetts Parenting Act

The Massachusetts Parentage Act (MPA, H.1713/S.947) will update Massachusetts’ outdated parentage law so that it is clear, equitable, and provides legal protection for all families, including LGBTQ+ families. Learn more

Women Empowerment Bills

ERA: Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex.

Fight and get the Equal Rights Amendment into the Constitution. Take action .

#ReproductiveJustice Abortion Justice Act (AJA): The bill would protect patients, including providers, from criminalization; address systemic barriers to care; ensure abortion care is covered by insurance; and call for necessary federal investments in abortion care, including training, research, outreach, doula care, innovation, and access. Take action.

Child Care

Massachusetts needs access to affordable, high-quality early education and care.

Take action.

Child Tax Credit (CTC)

The CTC supports the basic needs of families with children – from food to utilities to childcare and more; this policy has proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce poverty. Take Action

What's Happening at the YW

Summer Camp Registration!

Camp Wind-in-the-Pines is a summer day camp for school-aged children (6 to 13 years). Each session is packed with themed activities, games, and projects, as well as traditional camp activities.

Summer Camp Scholarships

We believe every kid deserves the chance to experience summer camp! You can help kids in Greater Worcester attend Camp Wind-in-the-Pines. Make a gift today!!

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We are hiring!

Join our team and make a difference in the community! With several positions open, there's no better time to join us and do meaningful work that uplifts our community.

Apply now and become a catalyst for positive change.

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Mark Your Calendar

May: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May: Mental Health Awareness Month

May 17 International Day Against Transphobia, Homophobia & Biphobia

May 17: Anniv. of Brown v. Board of Education

Looking Ahead

June: Pride Month

June 3: National Gun Violence Awareness Day

June 15: LGBTQ+ Equal Pay Awareness Day

June 19: Juneteenth

ELIMINATING RACISM. EMPOWERING WOMEN.

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For more than 135 years, the YWCA Central Massachusetts has served as a life-long positive force for women and girls, their families and communities. By leveraging the reach, power and passion of our supporters and community, we have created lasting change.