John Deere Home & Farm Heritage Museum, 210 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, US

The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) of the Sauk Valley in Sterling, IL has been a leading advocate for social action and empowerment for over 160 years. Committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all, YWCA offers a range of services including crisis intervention for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, economic advancement programs for women and girls, and support for marginalized individuals and families. With a focus on eliminating barriers and empowering women and girls at every stage of life, YWCA provides counseling, resources, and advocacy to survivors of violence, while also working towards racial justice and challenging structural barriers to equity. Through their direct services, empowerment programming, and community impact, YWCA of the Sauk Valley strives to create a better and more inclusive community for all individuals, especially women and girls of color.Generated from the website