February is Black History Month |
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Honoring Black Americans that are part of our local history |
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The recognition of Black history was sparked in 1926 by educator Dr. Carter G. Woodson who proclaimed that Negro History Week should always occur in the second week of February. In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month to "honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans".
As we approach Black History Month, we will highlight and celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans in our community and beyond! These are just a few of the Black men and women who have made significant contributions to Evanston and the North Shore:
Dr. Bessie M. Rhodes: Dr. Rhodes was an acclaimed educator in Evanston, Skokie, and Chicago. She opened, staffed, and developed new teaching concepts for Timber Ridge Magnet School in Skokie, which was renamed in her honor in 2005.
Edwin B. Jourdain Jr.: Jourdain was Evanston’s first Black alderman representing the 5th ward in 1931. While in office, he fought for integration of beaches and theaters and organized sit-ins for racial equity.
Janice Kingslow: Kingslow was an Evanston native whose acting career was taking off in the 1950's. When she was offered a Hollywood contract that would force her to take on a white identity, she refused by stating "what good was fame or money if I lost myself?"
You can find more information on Black history in Evanston and on the North Shore by visiting the Shorefront Legacy Center. Keep an eye out for more Black history stories in the e-news and on our social media! |
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The North Shore Links presents The True Cost: Stories of Human Trafficking
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The North Shore Links Incorporated, long-time YWCA supporters, will co-host a virtual event, "The True Cost: Stories of Human Trafficking," on Sunday, January 30 from 2-3:30 pm. The True Cost blends performance and a panel discussion to raise awareness and inspire action to prevent human trafficking. Click here to learn more and register for this free event.
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Leave your Legacy with YWCA |
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Have you considered including YWCA in your will or estate plans? When you make a Legacy gift to YWCA Evanston/North Shore you become even more of a partner in our mission and our work. Your legacy gift ensures that future generations can continue to reach their full potential.
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10 reason to make a Legacy Gift today:
- You don’t need great wealth to make a legacy gift and join our Legacy Circle.
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You can join the Legacy Circle by stating your intention to make a bequest gift to YWCA.
- Making a bequest gift is easy and costs you nothing today.
- You can change your mind at any time!
- Your bequest gift lets you continue supporting work that you care deeply about.
- Your bequest gift may offer tax savings for your heirs.
- Your bequest gift will create a lasting legacy for you and your family.
- Your gift will be a powerful testament of your support and generosity.
- You will be recognized and honored along with other Legacy Circle members.
- Your Legacy Gift ensures that YWCA programs and services are available to support future generations.
Leave a lasting legacy by joining the YWCA Legacy Circle today
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YWCA Economic Advancement Program
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We are excited to announce the relaunch of YW Culinary! YW Culinary is a free 12-week job training program designed to prepare students for productive careers in Chicagoland’s vibrant food service industry.
Students will have the opportunity to put newly acquired skills to practice from day one. Instruction will take place every morning and hands on practice will occur every afternoon.
Our upcoming cohort will begin March 14 and run through May 6!
Learn more at upcoming information sessions:
- Tuesday, February 15, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CST
- Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CST
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Introducing our new Equity Learning Sessions |
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Since 2016, we've held an annual Equity Summit, bringing together community members and equity practitioners to share emerging frameworks, models, and practices with the hopes of advancing racial equity and transforming our communities.
This year, instead of a two-day convening, we are sponsoring unique learning sessions throughout the year led by community facilitators and special guests.
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If you are a racial equity facilitator interested in presenting, click here to apply and learn more
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If you are a person interested in growing your toolbox for transforming yourself, your community, or your institution toward equity, click here to share what you want to learn. |
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Look out for sessions starting in the Spring! |
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Join us for our winter Racial Equity Workshops |
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Many nonprofits are working to increase racial equity and justice in the communities they serve, but struggle with applying an equity lens to their own internal operations. In this workshop you will explore key concepts of racial equity and inclusion, and how they intersect with your organization’s core values.
Consciously or not, all of us carry biases toward individuals or groups. Participants will learn how to name what is implicit and step into accountability in order to manage bias in themselves and the places they live and work.
This workshop explores: what privilege is, who has it and how it works for them, as well as how power and privilege are connected, and how the misuse of power and privilege become oppression. This session will be for board members of any organization who are interested in understanding privilege as it relates to their work on the board.
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All workshops are currently virtual and the cost per workshop is $100.
To register, please go to Community Pass. New to Community Pass? Learn about creating an account here. |
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YWCA Shop For Good and Crowded Closet |
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Find what you need to stay warm this winter! |
At our women’s resale shops, YWCA Crowded Closet and YWCA Shop For Good, you can benefit the lives of families in our community and look good while doing it! Both shops have sales on winter items through the end of January! Don't miss out on these savings! |
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Current job opportunities at YWCA Evanston/North Shore |
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We have a number of job opportunities available! Learn more by clicking the links below:
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YWCA Evanston/North Shore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
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If you or someone you know needs help, call 847-864-8780 or (toll free) 877-718-1868 anytime, day or night.
We're here for you.
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Let us know what you're interested in... |
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Stay in touch! Tell us what you're interested in and we'll make sure you're among the first to know about classes, news, and opportunities. Sign up here.
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We love our Corporate Partners! |
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YWCA Evanston/North Shore | Phone 847-864-8445 | ywca@ywca-ens.org | www.ywca-ens.org
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