Media Personnel

For Interviews, Comments, Releases, & More, Contact:

Allison Flanagan | Communications Specialist

aflanagan@ywcamv.org
315.732.2159 ext. 245

YWCA MV Updates:

Child Victims Act Allows Survivors to File Lawsuit During Grace Period

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

New York lawmakers passed the Child Victims Act (CVA) earlier this year that will make it easier for adult survivors of child sexual abuse to seek justice. Signed into law on February 14, 2019, the CVA grants survivors a one-year period during which they can file a lawsuit against their abuser or negligent institution, regardless of… Continue Reading Child Victims Act Allows Survivors to File Lawsuit During Grace Period

The Tailor & The Cook: the story of the food, a chef's tasting menu

The Tailor & The Cook August Community Partner

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

A hearty thank you to The Tailor and the Cook for making YWCA MV their August Community Partner! We’re honored to have your support of our mission here in the Mohawk Valley. Each month, The Tailor and the Cook selects a local charity or organization to partner with with the goal to draw awareness to… Continue Reading The Tailor & The Cook August Community Partner

Empowering Women and Lifting Diverse Voices: We Must Stand Together

Friday, July 19, 2019

July 18, 2019 #RunAsYouAre Partners Statement on “The Squad” Joint Statement from YWCA USA, VoteRunLead, IGNITE, and United State of Women Rally cries and tweets calling for four elected women of color to “go back home” have, once again, revealed the depth of racism and gender bias that have hindered the leadership of women and… Continue Reading Empowering Women and Lifting Diverse Voices: We Must Stand Together