In the News
Youth health program helps kids, families get fit
Greater Twin Cities United Way
March, 2008

This United Way story features the YWCA Strong. Fast. Fit. program for youth ages 8-17.

» View the full story on www.unitedwaytwincities.org

In the News
Women’s Conference Promotes Leadership
MN Daily
Feb. 18, 2008
By Kelly Gulbrandson

Becky Roloff, YWCA of Minneapolis CEO, was a featured conference speaker at the 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference by the Carlson School of Management. The conference is tailored to nurture future women business leaders.

» View the full story on www.mndaily.com

Media Advisory
Feb. 16, 2008: Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity

Urban girls explore jobs in the trades at YWCA 8th Annual Power Girls
Day-long workshop breaks down stereotypes, exposes girls to nontraditional jobs

»Read the Media Advisory

In the News
Suffer the Children
Pint-sized peaceniks take to the streets
The Rake
January 23, 2008
By Christina Cordova

This story focuses on the Downtown Children’s Center march on Nicollet Ave. on Jan. 15th. Part of Early Childhood Education Awareness month at the YWCA of Minneapolis, more than 100 children, teachers, parents and advocates marched downtown in support of the YWCA Early Start, Strong Finish campaign.

» View the full story on RakeMag.com

In the News
On Board
Giving Back Feature: The joys and challenges of volunteer board service
MN Women’s Press
January 10, 2008
By Anne Hamre

YWCA Board member Angela Taylor is featured in this article on nonprofit board service. Taylor says that the mission of the YWCA ties closely to her work as vice-president of operations for the Minnesota Lynx, and something she is excited to be a part of.

» View the full story on www.womenpress.com