YWCA is on a mission and YWCA Bethlehem is making it our own!
To empower women and eliminate racism, we must meet our clients where they are most vulnerable and provide the compassion and services that place them on a path to self-sufficiency and prosperity.
This requires a focus on the future, anticipating the needs of our clients, and creating innovative solutions to the problems they most often face – poverty, unsafe living conditions, lack of reliable and affordable childcare, and under- or unemployment.
We are always evolving our services to meet the changing needs of our Bethlehem community today and in the future.
Our approach to serving our community is centered in holistic, strategic, and innovative approaches.
Nationally, YWCA advocacy issues include lobbying for pay equity and hate crimes legislation, increased funding for Head Start and passing the Violence Against Women Act. Locally, through our programs, we work to improve lives and restoring hope for women, their families, and our community!
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TechGYRLS
YWCA Bethlehem offers STEM based after school programs for elementary school students.
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YWeBuild
YWCA Bethlehem offers a construction trades program for middle school students.
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Southside Leadership Youth Program
The Southside Youth Leadership Program is designed to empower rising 5th graders with essential leadership skills
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Research
YWCA Bethlehem is committed to identifying community trends and best practices.
Research and Advocacy ↘
YWCA Bethlehem works locally to promote the bold mission we share with YWCA USA to eliminate racism and empower women. Our local association participates in USA’s annual Stand Against Racism each April and the Week Without Violence Campaign each October. YWCA Bethlehem works to engage community to better understand issues affecting Bethlehem in relation to our mission and vision as an antiracist organization.
Youth Empowerment Programs ↘
YWCA Bethlehem is dedicated to advancing opportunity for our youth through various programs aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and leadership development through collaborative partnership with Bethlehem Area School District and various community partners.
Senior Services ↘
YWCA Bethlehem offers senior services through our Adult Day Service Center.
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Adult Day Service Center
YWCA Bethlehem Adult Day Services Center provides professional care for seniors.