EMPOWER WOMEN
YWCA Richmond is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism by providing the following core programs that promote racial, social and economic equity for women, girls and their families.
Create leadership opportunities
YWCA Richmond offers leadership opportunities for women of all ages to promote gender equity.
Empower RVA Teens Peer Educator Program
Young Women’s
Leadership Alliance
Recognize women’s leadership and achievements
Since 1980, YWCA Richmond has been a pioneer in recognizing women leaders and celebrating their achievements in creating lasting community impact via our annual Outstanding Women Awards.
Outstanding Women
Awards
Rising Outstanding
Woman Award
Invest in women’s professional development in social justice
Pat Asch Fellowship for Social Justice for women over 50
News and Resources for Empowering Women
2023 Class of Outstanding Women Awards Honorees
Since 1980, YWCA Richmond has celebrated local women leading our region and inspiring future leaders through its annual Outstanding Women Awards. We…
Meet Mariah Williams, 2022 ROWA winner
Born and raised in Harlem, New York, Mariah Williams is an urban planner, storyteller, and researcher dedicated to highlighting the experiences of…
42nd Outstanding Women Awards Celebration
Rewatch YWCA Richmond’s OWA Celebration On May 10, 2022, we had much to celebrate. We held our 42nd Annual Outstanding Women…