30 guests joined us for our Black Girls Brunch event on Saturday, May 22nd at the Edna Griffin Park.
Empowering a life of possibilities.                                 June 2021
 
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This month, we are excited to highlight Karman Hotchkiss, YWRC Board Vice President and Marketing Committee volunteer.  
 
“Working with the Center has taught me a lot about ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and the concept of resiliency and resiliency skills. I love how the Center helps young women find their voices and shows them that they have the ability to thrive no matter what’s thrown their way."
 
 
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Show off your unique style with these vibrant, original works of art just in time for the season of festivals, markets and community gatherings.  
 
 
Your purchase of these limited edition masks continue to have double the impact for our community: 20% of sales will continue to go directly back to the artists, with the remaining profits providing critical support to local girls and young women. 
 
 
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Save the date for the 12th Annual Celebrity Servers Night event to be held on Monday, October 4, 2021.
 
Guests will enjoy a three course meal while being hosted by local celebrities for a memorable evening of fantastic food and the best company in town! Funds raised through Celebrity Servers Night will support our mission to empower participants to be strong, self-confident and resilient. Stay tuned for more info about restaurants and Servers! 
 
 
Get Involved
 
Ambassadors Launch Party
Thursday, June 17th, 6 p.m. at Jasper Winery
 
Join us at the Jasper Winery Summer Concert Series for the launch of the YWRC Ambassadors! Learn more about why you should become an Ambassador, and enjoy great live music in a beautiful setting. We are giving away a free drink or food item for every new Ambassador membership purchased that night (beer, wine, or burger basket). Admission to the event is free! 
 
 
In Case You Missed It...
 
This section is dedicated to articles and news featuring topics such as self-esteem, empowerment, positive body image, young moms, gender-specific issues and role models.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Women Can Have a Better Menopause, The New York Times, May 25, 2021
 
 
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