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
2021 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…
Voices of Change
Voices of Change: YWLA Empowerment Series is a three-part virtual dialogue series centering the voices of women leaders in our community who are…
Conversation Piece
A YWLA signature event, Conversation Piece, creates a unique and interactive live art experience in support of our early childhood education program…