World Young Women Christian Association
- World YWCA
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.