YWCA Westmoreland County is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women. We envision a community that advances education, opportunity, and equity regardless of gender, race, or background.
What We Do ↘
Our mission at the YWCA Westmoreland County is eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We accomplish this through what we do: Computer Classes, Smartphones/Tablets Classes, and Customized Trainings, Wellness & Enrichment Classes, Girls Field Hockey, English-as-a-Second Language, International Women’s Group, TechGYRLS, Racial Justice, YWCA Rising Star Award, New Choices Program
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Mission and Vision
YWCA Westmoreland County envisions a community who strives to grow each day to be stronger than ever.
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Volunteer With Us
Volunteer to make a difference in the lives of women and girls in Westmoreland County.
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Join Us
Your membership will strengthen our mission to empower women so join us today!
Our Programs ↘
YWCA Westmoreland County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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Computer Literacy, Smartphones/Tablets Classes, and Customized Trainings
These classes offer a comfortable learning environment to become more efficient on the computer.
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English-as-a-Second Language
The teaching of English to culturally diverse non-native individuals.
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Health and Wellness Classes
The YWCA Westmoreland County offers Yoga, Tai Chi, and Bridge classes.
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TechGYRLS Program
This program is for young women ages 11-14 which empowers them through education.
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New Choices Program
This program provides the opportunity to prepare to join the workforce.
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International Women's Group
Provides a meeting place for women to meet each other to become a part of their new community.
Job Opportunities ↘
Administrative Assistant - Full Time
This position provides administrative support for the Executive Director and various other program functions, manages building rentals, and maintains excellent customer relations and service to all members, volunteers, students, program participants, and other stakeholders. This position also serves as the primary liaison for member-related services.
Marketing Intern
Call the YWCA Main Office at 724-834-9390 if interested in this position!
Become a Member Today ↘
Become a basic member for only $30 annually to support our cause. Levels above $30 provide additional financial support for comprehensive YWCA programs designed to empower women, girls and families.
Levels above $30 provide additional financial support for comprehensive YWCA programs designed to empower women, girls and families
Your YWCA Membership may be used at any YWCA in the world
Provides the member a discount if they decide to sign up for technology classes
Reach Out ↘
YWCA Westmoreland County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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I Need Help
If you are a victim of any type of violence or crime, Blackburn Center in Greensburg, PA can help. All of our client services are FREE of charge, and are available to anyone whose life has been affected by violence or crime. If you need immediate help, please call our 24 hour hotline at 1-888-832-2272 (TDD Available).
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I Want To Help
Volunteer to make a difference in the life of women and girls in Westmoreland County. Our volunteers help in many different ways through event-related opportunities, our used bookstore, and thrift shop. We would love for you to join our team!
OUR IMPACT IN 2024
Served over 16,000 individuals through innovative programs including job development workshops, youth programs to support personal and professional growth, and drive initiatives that promote social justice.
Provided technological support to over 106 individuals through our Computer Literacy Classes
Offered assistance to 262 individuals in Westmoreland County through Digital Navigation. This program provides individuals with assistance and resources to access and use the internet effectively.
