Posts by YWCA Cortland

CURING CABIN FEVER AFTER THE YWCA IS CLOSED By Stephen B. Wilson This is the sixth in a continuing series of articles meant to share the rich range of programs and services offered by YWCA Cortland.  It was suggested that because of the closing of the facility due to the coronavirus, it might be of…

YWCA Cortland Closure Update Governor Cuomo’s New York Forward Plan Reopening New York: Phase 1 May 15th Essential services to continue to operate; nonessential services and the facility to remain closed to the public As New York State prepares to reopen per Governor Cuomo’s New York Forward Plan, YWCA Cortland’s Leadership is closely following the guidelines…

On March 17, YWCA Cortland was mandated to close its facility and all nonessential programs. This facility and program closure has been extended through at least May 15, per New York State’s PAUSE executive order. As the Central New York region, in which YWCA Cortland operates, prepares to re-open in the coming weeks, YWCA leadership will…

Today is a global day of giving and unity in response to the unprecedented need caused by the COVID-19 crisis. Will you share our crowdfunding campaign to help the most vulnerable and at-risk members of our community? You can read more about the campaign below.       Crowdfunding Campaign YWCA Cortland COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund…

COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund Crowdfunding Campaign Q&A   What is YWCA Cortland, and what does it do? YWCA Cortland is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Cortland, New York, dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. YWCA Cortland celebrates diversity in its membership and offers programming for women,…

Crowdfunding Campaign Launch YWCA Cortland COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund Meeting critical needs at a critical time: operating essential services such as Aid to Victims of Violence and Child Care YWCA Cortland: Meeting Critical Needs at a Critical Time from YWCA Cortland on Vimeo.   Make a Donation Today! At YWCA, our mission is to eliminate racism…

Kelly Tobin, YWCA Cortland Executive Director and Child Care Issues Leader for YWCAs of New York State, message to Governor Andrew Cuomo on the state of child care. Parents and #childcare providers need help now!   https://www.facebook.com/cortlandywca/videos/155852695868173/

April 21 COVID-19 Update Per New York State’s PAUSE executive order, YWCA Cortland’s facility and program closure will be extended through May 15. As an essential service, the Aid to Victims of Violence program continues to provide critical services. The Crisis Hotline (607-756-6363 or 1-800-336-9622) is open 24/7. The Child Care School-Age Program also continues to operate but serves ONLY children of personnel deemed essential under…

Childhood Trauma as Influencers in Future Adult Domestic Violence Victimization Linda Glover, YWCA’s Aid to Victims of Violence Program Director, and Nancy Dickerson, LCSW, Family Health Network, are gathering data on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). They will use this data to draw relationships (or not) between particular ACEs and future domestic violence (DV) victimization. They will…

April 13 COVID-19 Update YWCA Cortland was mandated to close its facility and all nonessential programs on March 17. This facility and program closure will be extended through April 29, per New York State’s PAUSE executive order. As an essential service, the Aid to Victims of Violence program continues to provide critical services. The Crisis Hotline (607-756-6363 or 1-800-336-9622) is open 24/7. The Child Care School-Age Program…