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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 and change lives!
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. 3355: An Act relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality. Learn More.
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
Voting Rights
It is important to remain focused on what we know right now by lifting our voices once again in opposition to the SAVE Act in addition to H.R. 7296 and MEGA.
Say NO to The SAVE Act: Americans do not need MORE obstacles to vote. The SAVE Act would create one more barrier to the voting process, as many eligible voters do not have easy access to the necessary documents. Tell Congress to oppose the SAVE Act suite of bills. Learn More.
Make Elections Great Again Act (MEGA)(H.R. 7300): Among other dangerous provisions, this bill would require that all mail-in ballots be received by the close of the polls on Election Day (rather than post-marked as mailed by the end of Election Day) and would require states to verify the citizenship of voters (without any additional funding or infrastructure support).
Tell your Senators to VOTE NO! Action Toolkit
Stay tuned for more opportunities to take action for your community.
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