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With our mission and communities in mind, YWCA advocates at the federal, state, and local levels for practical solutions that meet the needs of women, girls, and marginalized communities that bring us closer to eliminating racism, empowering women, and ensuring peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Every day, YWCA Central Massachusetts serves as a lifeline for women, families, and children. But, these essential services are still in jeopardy as federal funding is threatened. Now is the time to take action and keep our communities safe.
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Contact your local members of Congress and U.S. Senators.
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Reach out to your Governor’s office.
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Mobilize your community to do the same.
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Donate to help our programs thrive.
Domestic Violence Bills
Victims of a Crime Act, also known as VOCA: We encourage our community to act today. Together, we can close the funding gap for victim service organizations across the state of Massachusetts. Learn more about Victims of Crime Act
Bill H.1399: An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation. Learn more.
Bill H.1795: An Act establishing a jail and prison construction moratorium. Learn more.
Bill H.1587/S.1256: An Act relative to justice for survivors
Women Empowerment Bills
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. Learn More.
Child Care
Common Start: An Act providing affordable and accessible high quality early education and care to promote child development and well-being and support the economy in the Commonwealth (S.301 / H.489)Take Action
Stay tuned for more opportunities to take action for your community.
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