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YWCA Allentown YWCA Allentown is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families, and strengthen our community.

The YWCA Allentown is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Our mission-driven work is focused in the areas of racial justice and civil rights, the empowerment and economic advancement of women and girls, and the health and safety of women and girls. All of our programs are executed with the aim of helping local families and strengthening our community.

This November, we celebrate Dr. Lori Arviso Alvord, the first Navajo woman to become a board-certified surgeon. A vision...
11/05/2026

This November, we celebrate Dr. Lori Arviso Alvord, the first Navajo woman to become a board-certified surgeon. A visionary healer, she combines Western medicine with Navajo traditions to create holistic care that treats the whole person. Her groundbreaking work inspires us all.

Your next chapter starts here ✨Take the next step in your career with New Choices! Build confidence, strengthen your job...
11/04/2026

Your next chapter starts here ✨

Take the next step in your career with New Choices! Build confidence, strengthen your job search skills, and explore your goals in a supportive setting.

Join YWCA Allentown for free, virtual workshops December 7–10.

📅 December 7–10
💻 Online
🕒 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Take the next step toward your goals. Register today:
ywcaallentown.org/new-choices

Discover NEW CHOICES, a free career development course empowering Pennsylvanians for 30 years. With personalized attention, in-person and virtual classes, and one-on-one coaching, we provide job training and support for meaningful employment. Enroll now to start your journey to success!

This Native American Heritage Month, we honor Indigenous women who have shaped history through their leadership, creativ...
11/03/2026

This Native American Heritage Month, we honor Indigenous women who have shaped history through their leadership, creativity, and advocacy. 🩷

As Yankton Dakota writer and activist Zitkala-Ša reminds us, self-determination is a powerful part of growth. May we continue to uplift Indigenous voices, celebrate their contributions, and create a future where every woman and girl has the opportunity to shape her own path.

🧙‍♀️ Who run the world? Witches who lift each other up. ✨This Halloween, we’re celebrating the power of women coming tog...
10/31/2026

🧙‍♀️ Who run the world? Witches who lift each other up. ✨

This Halloween, we’re celebrating the power of women coming together to create a little magic. From breaking barriers to building community, there’s nothing spooky about women supporting women.

Here’s to a world where every woman has the power to thrive, lead, and make a difference. 💜

Did you know? 1 in 5 women will experience a stroke in her lifetime. Know the risks. Recognize the signs. Act FAST.
10/29/2026

Did you know? 1 in 5 women will experience a stroke in her lifetime.

Know the risks.
Recognize the signs.
Act FAST.

What a wonderful day of empowerment and community! 🩷✨Thank you to everyone who joined us for YWCA Allentown’s Outfit to ...
10/27/2026

What a wonderful day of empowerment and community! 🩷✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for YWCA Allentown’s Outfit to Empower Luncheon & Silent Auction last Friday. Your support helps us continue our mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Relive the special moments and see the highlights from the day in our photo gallery! 📸

🔗 https://www.ywcaallentown.org/ote

Big or small! Make a Difference Day can be celebrated by all.
10/25/2026

Big or small! Make a Difference Day can be celebrated by all.

We’re so excited to introduce you to Gia, who joined us through the Mercy School for Special Learning ! From day one, Gi...
10/22/2026

We’re so excited to introduce you to Gia, who joined us through the Mercy School for Special Learning ! From day one, Gia has been an incredible help to our The Perfect Fit for Working Women program, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have her on our team. 🥰

From packaging items for clients and steaming, tagging, and sorting clothing to helping decide what belongs in business wear versus casual wear and assisting with luncheon preparations, Gia jumps in wherever she’s needed! Her hard work, intelligence, sweet personality, and love of giggling make each day brighter for our staff and volunteers. ✨

We asked Gia a few fun questions so you could get to know her better! Here are some of her favorites:

🧀 Favorite Food: Mac & cheese
🍟 Favorite Restaurant: McDonald’s
🎬 Favorite Movie: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
☀️ Favorite Season: Summer
👕 Favorite Piece of Clothing: Sweatshirts
🐻 Favorite Animal: Grizzly bears

Gia, thank you for all the hard work, joy, and kindness you bring to The Perfect Fit. We’re so lucky to have you! 💕

As part of Week Without Violence, YWCA USA is hosting a national virtual event on October 20 at 3 p.m. featuring clips f...
10/19/2026

As part of Week Without Violence, YWCA USA is hosting a national virtual event on October 20 at 3 p.m. featuring clips from Watch You Rise and a live conversation with the filmmakers.

Directed by Isabella Grace Cohn, the film follows a young filmmaker as she uncovers stories of s*xual assault experienced by her mother, her peers, and eventually herself. Along the way, she meets survivors, perpetrators, and experts to explore s*x, power, consent, healing, and the cycles of harm that can impact individuals and communities.

Join us for a powerful conversation exploring safety, justice, healing, and the systemic changes needed to end gender-based violence.

Register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vJ0e2yf-S6i6iPq6svmYEA #/registration

Celebrating the Friends of The Perfect Fit Luncheon!It takes a community to make a difference, and we’re proud to recogn...
10/16/2026

Celebrating the Friends of The Perfect Fit Luncheon!

It takes a community to make a difference, and we’re proud to recognize the friends who help make The Perfect Fit possible! Your support helps YWCA Allentown create opportunities for women throughout the Lehigh Valley to feel confident, prepare for new opportunities, and thrive in the workplace.

Thank you for being part of this mission and helping us make a meaningful impact in our community.

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609 West Hamilton Street, LL 200
Allentown, PA
18101

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(610) 871-5060

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