Our community is blessed to have Gabby Bonnavant, who works tirelessly to serve the needs of the community, especially Latinx families. Now she needs our help.
Support the THRIVE Act
President Biden’s infrastructure plan is more than just about repairing our roads, bridges and schools. It's about combating climate change as we face a dangerous future, and fixing past injustices against communities of color who were harmed by decisions like where to put highways.
That's why some members of Congress are pushing for the THRIVE Act to provide $10 trillion over the next ten years in real infrastructure improvements to build back our country.
Join Mercy Corps to Support Communities on the Front Lines of Climate Change
Severe weather patterns increase the risk and impact of conflict, hunger, and poverty around the world, making it harder for communities to thrive against these compounding hardships. We are working with these families to ensure they have the support they need as they adapt to a changing future.
Join the YWCA to Stand Against Racism April 22nd - 25th
We invite YWCAs and allied groups to focus their events and organizing on the myriad of racial justice issues that impact the health and safety of communities of color. Most importantly, we invite you to explore how From Declarations to Change: Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis can advance the work of justice in your community and empower people of color.
April 22 -- Thought-Provoking Talks: a panel discussion on the effects racism has on health, healthcare access, and more with community experts and leaders.
April 23 -- Youth Rally and Open Mic: a safe space for youth to share their feelings and experiences through poetry, speeches, and music.
April 24 -- Social Media Day: a day of action to spread digital awareness of systemic racism as a public health crisis.
April 25 -- Contact Your Legislators: a call to action to urge legislators to acknowledge racism as a public health crisis.