Diversity: Employing a team that’s reflective of the society in which it exists and operates. It incorporates all of the elements that make individuals unique from one another.

Inclusion: Inclusion refers to the behaviors and social norms that ensure that people will feel welcome. Creating an inclusive culture will improve productivity and engagement in the workplace.

YWCA Hanover offers the following workshops:

• Fostering an Inclusive Climate
• Unconscious Bias
• Custom Workshops

Instructor: Deb Smith
YWCA Hanover’s Social/Racial Justice Coordinator

After 34 years, Deb retired from the Hanover Public School District as a music/theatre teacher. She holds a BS in Music Education from Millersville University, MA in Holocaust and Genocide Studies from Gratz College, and a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University.

For more information call 717-637-2125 or e-mail dsmith@ywcahanover.org

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For more information:

• Call (717) 632-0007
• E-mail dvsupportgroup@ywcahanover.org
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*Tuesday, September 21: Intro and Games (fun, fun, fun at YWCA Hanover): 6-7:30 pm

*Tuesday, October 5: Presentation of the Evolution of the Pride Movement (YWCA Hanover) Change of time: 5:30-6:30

*Tuesday, October 19: Halloween Themed Activity (meet at YWCA Hanover): 6-7:30 pm

*Tuesday, November 2: Presentation by Planned Parenthood (YWCA Hanover): 6-7:30 pm

*Tuesday, November 16: Volunteer activity (decided on by the Qmmunity group): 6-7:30 pm

*Tuesday, December 7: Holiday Party (YWCA Hanover): 6-7:30 pm

The goal of YWCA Hanover’s Social/Racial Justice Program is to create a more inclusive and welcoming community. Through education and discourse, we hope to foster sustained civic engagement leading to positive change on issues related to racial and social inequity.

Our Social/Racial Justice pages can be found here: Click Here to get involved

Children ages 5-10 years are invited to spend once a week working with puppets, playing theatre games, acting basics, improvisation, and performing skits. Snack is also included.

The cost for the class is $50.00

Classes Meet Mondays: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Limited to 12 participants

Register Here

YWCA Youth Leadership Council

Upstanders Leadership Council is open to any individual in grades 7 – 12 who has an interest in creating positive change in our community. The supervisory board is comprised of YWCA Hanover staff in partnership with area school district teachers, administrators, and volunteers.

Questions? Contact rcintron@ywcahanover.org

YWCA Hanover Safe Home

The community support for what we do is inspiring, and for that, we thank each and every one of the walkers, donors, sponsors, and supporters.

Save the date! Friday, August 12th, 2022 

The International Men’s March To Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® asks men to literally walk one mile in women’s high-heeled shoes. It’s not easy walking in these shoes, but it’s fun and it gets the community to talk about something that’s really difficult to talk about: gender relations and men’s sexual violence against women. By wearing women’s shoes, participating gentlemen symbolically put themselves in the place of women for the purpose of raising awareness about the dire effects of sexual and domestic assault in our community. Funds raised will help to provide services for survivors of domestic violence.

Women of Hanover Network
Connecting Women in Hanover & Surrounding Areas

As a program of YWCA Hanover, Women of Hanover Network (WHON) serves as Hanover’s leading resource to inspire and empower women in business and the community. WOHN provides opportunities for professional women to make meaningful connections that encourage support, enrichment, and inspiration both professionally and personally. WOHN is committed to representing the broad spectrum of diverse and talented women in Hanover and surrounding areas.

11/11/2021 Women of Hanover Network – Sign of the Horse will be co-hosting this unique networking opportunity. Connect with women in the Hanover area! Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided complimentary.

• When: Thursday, November 11, 2021
• Tickets: No Charge
• Registration: http://ywcahanover.ywca.org/site/Calendar?id=105785&view=Detail
• Time: 5:15 PM – 6:45PM
• Location: Sign of the Horse – 979 York Street, Hanover, PA 17331