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YWCA-CC Statement on Roe Vs. Wade

Thursday, July 14, 2022

“The Supreme Court’s decision of overturning Roe Vs. Wade made on June 24th, impacted women, by allowing states to determine the future of women’s reproductive rights. This decision may directly impact our communities with existing health disparities related to systemic hardships and racial discrimination. Today, the YWCA Corpus Christi stands by its mission to eliminate… Continue Reading YWCA-CC Statement on Roe Vs. Wade

We Need Real Solutions, Not Platitudes

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Statement by YWCA USA CEO, Alejandra Y. Castillo “In last night’s State of the Union address, President Trump doubled down on his standard dog-whistle of divisive rhetoric and scapegoating our most underserved communities. Last night’s litany of policies focused on building a border wall, separating immigrant families and ramping up penalties for drug offenders. He… Continue Reading We Need Real Solutions, Not Platitudes

Shutdown Hurts Women, Families, And Communities Of Color

Friday, January 19, 2018

STATEMENT BY YWCA USA CEO ALEJANDRA Y. CASTILLO “We are deeply disappointed in Congress’ failure to do their jobs and fund programs that support women, families, and our communities. “The impacts of this shutdown are broad and diverse, from the expiration of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) blatantly putting children’s health at risk, to… Continue Reading Shutdown Hurts Women, Families, And Communities Of Color