World Young Women Christian Association

  • World YWCA
Identifier
949
Type of Entity
Corporate Body

Dates of Existence

1855/present

History

The World Young Women's Christian Association is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Throughout the history, the World YWCA has been in the forefront of most major movements in the United States as a pioneer in race relations, labor union representation, and the empowerment of women. During the Second World War, the World YWCA served as a place for recruiters to interview women for service in the Army, Navy or Coast Guard.

Places

  • Founded in the United Kingdom.

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