My Generation Blog
Bloggers from across generations bring their unique perspective on issues facing women and people of color. Use the index to find blog posts that cover various topics related to eliminating racism and empowering women, and download copies of our e-newsletters.
Consider beneficiary designation as creative charitable deferred gifting strategy.
June 10, 2019
Article provided by Michael Colbert, Member of the Legacy Giving Council As a former financial planning consultant, early in my... Learn More
Volunteer of the Year Award
June 10, 2019
Congratulations to Dr. Janet Elsea who was presented with the first YWCA Janet G. Elsea, Ph.D., Volunteer of the Year... Learn More
Spotlight on Legacy Giving Donor Jill and Jim Mapstead
June 10, 2019
Why We Give in “Legacy Fashion” As a Board member and former Board Chair of the YWCA of Metropolitan Phoenix,... Learn More
Determined to use my time to make a difference in the lives of others.
April 5, 2019
When I relocated to the Phoenix area after retiring from a 35-year career in corporate America, I was determined to... Learn More
The Willey Award – By Janet G. Elsea, Ph.D.
February 11, 2019
As I watched the Grammy award show last night, I was thrilled at the number of women awardees and at... Learn More
YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix Supports the Values and Principles of the Women’s March, Joins Local Event in Phoenix
January 17, 2019
Phoenix, AZ, January 16, 2019 — YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix is joining the 2019 Women’s March in Phoenix, taking place on... Learn More
2019 Tribute to Leadership -Dorothy Willey Award Recipient – Annie Groth
January 16, 2019
Advice to young women. Don't wait until you are 100% sure. Take the risk and believe in you!
Tribute to Leadership Racial Justice Honoree – Alejandra Gomez
January 16, 2019
I found my calling in being able to teach communities how to advocate for themselves and take on justice work to transform not only their lives but that of their community.
Tribute Community Service Corporate Award Honoree – Carrie Young
January 14, 2019
As a servant leader, Carrie believes in the YWCA’s mission and commitment to eliminating racism and empowering women. It means everyone will be given equal opportunities regardless of their gender or race, and while we’ve made progress, she acknowledges there is STILL much work to be done.