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Reflecting on 125 Years of Women’s Suffrage

On the 28th of November, YWCA members and supporters came together at the historic Ayers House in Adelaide to celebrate […]

YWCA’s Housing Support Program

Since joining YWCA’s Housing Support Program, the couple’s spirits have gone from hopeless to hopeful. Daniella and Matthew have been active participants in the program, attending weekly case management meetings and joining YWCA’s Parenting Support Program.

#YoungFemaleFree

Working with her mentor Madi, Brianna started putting all her ideas together to create a final project. As soon as she decided that she wanted to make an advocacy video, YWCA’s Advocacy team got involved and supported Brianna with her idea.

Your Feministmas Gift Guide for 2019!

Shop your values this festive season and support fellow feminists and women-owned companies! (Psst, scroll down for your chance to win one of three gift hampers worth $100 each!)

Commission on the Status of Women

Apply now: Join the YWCA Australia delegation to CSW64 in 2020

Applications are now open for members of YWCA Australia to join the delegation to 2020’s Commission on the Status of Women (CSW64) at the United Nations in New York. Our delegation will bring together United Nations first timers and old hands with a huge range of experiences and skills. Every application is encouraged!

ywca young women council group photo

Introducing our 2020 Young Women’s Council

After more than 100 young women put in their applications to join the Council, eight have been directly elected by YWCA membership to represent young women across Australia. We’re proud to introduce them here!