YWCA YES

In the spring and summer of 1988, Gloria Chun Hoo was a key player in the YWCA USA new logo design. It was the era of YWCA celebrating new beginnings with the implementation of the sunrise logo that ran from 1989 to 2004. It was a defining moment that created persimmon as our signature color. Thank you Gloria Chun Hoo for shaping YWCA.

Did you know? The YWCA has been part of the Asian American Pacific Islander community's journey for decades. The Asilomar campgrounds were used for young girls to grow in community and to empower themselves to become YWCA leaders. This , we celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander YWCA leaders who helped shape our mission to Eliminate Racism, Empower Women and Promote Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.

Today, we're uniting with allied organizations, survivors, advocates, and community members to recognize . This year, we're asking you to join us to recognize 25 years of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which have been pivotal to raising awareness, supported healing, and moving communitites to action as we work to end sexual violence together.

On the last week of Sexual Assault Awareness Month the YWCA/YES Program felt it was important to highlight and bring awareness to spiking. It occurs more often than most would think. Because of this it is important to be aware of the warning signs and know how to prevent it as much as possible. Never leave an alcoholic drink unattended and learn how you can avoid it and spread awareness.

Little hands, big smiles, and a whole lot of fun 💛✨
Celebrating our kiddos the best way—community, creativity, and joy! 🐝🎨🌈

Little hands, big smiles, and a whole lot of fun 💛✨
Celebrating our kiddos the best way—community, creativity, and joy! 🐝🎨🌈

As part of week 3 of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we are highlighting the experiences of women/men everywhere who are victims of stalking. Stalking is a form of abuse that is rarely mentioned yet can escalate quickly. Stay safe and informed. If you or a loved one is experiencing stalking please call 911 and/or a sexual/domestic abuse hotline.

At YWCA/YES, we are committed to serving survivors of sexual assault. Understanding what survivors need starts with listening to survivors themselves.

Today, we're uniting with allied organizations, survivors, advocates, and community members to recognize . This year, we're asking you to join us to recognize 25 years of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which have been pivotal to raising awareness, supported healing, and moving communities to action as we work to end sexual violence together.

For week 2 of Sexual Assault Awareness Month we at the YWCA/YES are highlighting the experiences of men and women who have been affected by sexual harassment and assault. Help us in our support of survivors by staying educated and spreading awareness!