Through our programs, facilities and services, we assist more than 10,000 individuals each year in the Greater Kanawha Valley. We provide shelter, case management, counseling, education, job training and childcare all while fostering independence in all our clients. By eliminating racism and empowering women, the YWCA is creating peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.




                           



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Eliminating Racism Through Art - Call for submissions to YWCA art contest

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 (Charleston, W.Va.) – Racism hurts everyone. And that’s why the YWCA of Charleston wants artists of all ages to address... MORE »

YWCA Announces 2010 Women of Achievement Honorees

Friday, January 22, 2010 Deb Copeland. Nina Denton Pasinetti. Kay Goodwin. Star Hogan. Four outstanding women with different backgrounds and... MORE »

YWCA Launches First Support Group for Women with Biracial Children

Wednesday, January 06, 2010 (CHARLESTON, W.Va.) – As she posted fliers around town about the YWCA’s newest initiative, YWCA Racial Justice Coordinator... MORE »