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The YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley is dedicated to empowering women and girls and eliminating racism. Established in 1905 as an advocate for young women beginning to enter the workforce, the YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley has since been a pioneering voice in the fight for racial, economic and gender equality. From its pre-1920 racial integration plan to the early 1970s founding of the nation’s first Big Sister program and the area’s first rape hotline, the YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley has long been on the cutting edge of responding to the needs of women and continuing the mission of the YWCA USA established 150 years ago. The YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley serves 850 residents annually in the California communities of Pasadena, Alhambra, Altadena, Arcadia, La Canada-Flintridge, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena. We place special emphasis on working with low-income communities, women, youth and minorities through our programs and activities. Our programs include: afterschool homework assistance, “Just for Girls” mentoring groups, summer empowerment camp, parent education, women’s self-defense and “Grandparents as Parents” support groups. Thank you. Ashley Phillips YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley Check us out online: www.ywca-pasadena.org eliminating racism |
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