by Bridget Mire Sept. 14, 2018, 10:28 a.m. WENATCHEE — Five local women of color shared their ideas and personal experiences at the “Standing in All Shades” forum YWCA North Central Washington hosted Thursday. The panelists were: Mariah Bowen-Picard, crime victims advocate, Together! For Youth. Jessie Ka’ahumanu Ray Coen, electronic health record trainer, Confluence Health. Jessica Esparza, registered nurse, Confluence Health. Luz Estrada, tutor,… Continue Reading Women share ideas, experiences at YWCA forum

WENATCHEE, WA, SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 – YWCA NCW invites community members to attend their first Women of Color Panel event! The ticket cost is $15 and includes lunch and a panel discussion with a diverse group of local women of color eager to share experiences, and answer questions in an open and honest setting. Seating is… Continue Reading Standing in All Shades: Women of Color Panel & Luncheon

by Mikaila Wilkerson Aug. 1, 2018, 3:28 p.m. WENATCHEE — The YWCA of North Central Washington has named Sherry Dawley its new development director and Susan Thornsberry as manager of the YWCA Thrift Store manager. YWCA NCW, 212 First St., serves to empower women, eliminate racism, help families, strengthen the community, and stand up for social justice. Executive Director Jenny Pratt  announced the appointments Tuesday. Dawley, from Centralia, will… Continue Reading YWCA NCW hires new staff members