YWCA Knoxville is again honoring local women leaders by announcing the finalists for its 2023 Tribute to Women awards.
Meet the finalists for YWCA Knoxville’s Tribute to Women awards
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YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. YWCA serves Knox, Blount, Anderson, Roane, Loudon, and Sevier counties in East Tennessee with programs ranging from transitional housing to domestic violence services, youth services, victim advocacy, and more. We welcome the opportunity to speak about YWCA’s work. YWCA Director of Events & Communications, Lorena Meza Hubbard, can connect you with experts from our organization who serve our community. All media inquiries can be sent to lhubbard@ywcaknox.com.
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YWCA in the News
YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley welcomes Stephanie Burrage as new CEO
YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley has named Stephanie Burrage chief executive officer (CEO), effective March 20, 2023. Burrage will replace interim CEO Martha Buchanan, who has served in this capacity since YWCA Board began a nationwide search in October 2022.
Ridgeview Pod | YWCA GameChangers
YWCA GameChangers sits down with Michael Yates, Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services’ Director of Development, to chat about GameChangers programming and its availability in Anderson County.
East TN mentoring program on a mission to end violence against women
A mentoring program in East Tennessee is on a mission to stop violence against women and girls. YWCA GameChangers is the only gender-based violence prevention program for middle school boys in the area.
YWCA program mentors middle school boys on preventing violence against women and girls
The YWCA Gamechangers program teaches boys and young men about how to know when a relationship is unhealthy, and how to prevent violence in one.
‘It changed my life’ | YWCA employee gives insight into how nonprofit impacts kids
Gabby Mathis went from being a student at the Phyllis Wheatley Center to being on the staff of the YWCA. She knows the importance of the nonprofit.
VFL Curt Maggitt continues to champion YWCA’s work as it prepares for 2023 Diversity Day
The Tennessee Football star has not only joined in on the activities, he’s also championed the YWCA and its work here in Knoxville.
YWCA collaborates with Drums Up, Guns Down for upcoming Race Against Racism event
Two organizations from East Tennessee, YWCA and Drums Up, Guns Down, are coming together for Diversity Day.
YWCA to host Race Against Racism
YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley will host the 27th annual Diversity Day and Race Against Racism Saturday, Jan. 14.
YWCA Tribute to Women Honors Seven
The YWCA held its 37th annual Tribute to Women at the Mill and Mine Event Center on October 6. There were 21 finalists nominated for seven categories. The top seven honorees were announced during the gala, which featured beautiful musical selections and a dance by the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Youth Dance Team.