YWCA of Southern Arizona

We Stand Together Kick Off

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 We Stand Together Kick Off Event at YWCA of Southern Arizona, 525 N. Bonita Avenue  November 30, 2016, at 6:30 to 8 p.m. Hosted by YWCA of Southern Arizona- Frances McClelland Community Center “Reports of harassment are on the rise everywhere – including Tucson. Come learn how to respond when you experience harassment yourself or … Read more

Proclamation of “Project Period Month” – December 2016

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On November 22, 2016 the Pima County Board of Supervisors declared December 2016 as “Project Period Month”. Photos below are of the board meeting, where attendees donated $250 cash for this project at the YWCA of Southern Arizona. This project is aimed to assist homeless women with feminine hygiene products, with a goal of collection of 500 boxes of products and $1000. Donations can sent to the YWCA, and dropped off at Walmart-East, Tucson Jewish Community Center, and  Pima County, plus online websites (listed below).

Pima County Board of Supervisors, with YWCA of Southern Arizona staff receiving proclamation of "Project Period Month"
Pima County Board of Supervisors, with YWCA of Southern Arizona staff receiving proclamation of “Project Period Month”

Info on this project: http://www.ywcatucson.org/site/c.elLYJiOZKqLcG/b.9352811/k.7A81/Project_Period_Facts.htm

Go Fund Me campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/projectperiodpimacounty

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Envision Tucson Sustainable Festival on Oct. 16

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“This year’s 6th annual Envision Tucson Sustainable Festival will take place Sunday, October 16, from 11 am to 4 pm. We’re back at the YWCA, 525 N. Bonita Ave, a great location for exploring the many facets of sustainability. At this family friendly event, you’ll meet community organizations and companies creating a strong future for … Read more

Endorsements in TUSD Governing Bd. race

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There are 7 candidates seeking 3 seats on the TUSD Governing Bd. Incumbents Mark Stegeman (2 terms), Kristel Foster (1 term), Cam Juarez (1 term) are seeking re-election, being challenged by 4 others: Betts Putnam-Hidalgo (her 3rd bid for a seat on this board), Lori Riegel, Brett Rustand, Rachael Sedgwick.

Who they are: https://blogforarizona.net/whos-running-for-tusd-governing-board-in-2016/

Recently TUSD Kids First endorsed incumbent Stegeman, Putnam-Hidalgo, Rustand. See attachment below.

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Previously, the teachers’ union Tucson Education Association endorsed 2 the 3 incumbents, Kristel Foster and Cam Juarez. More info:  https://tucsonea.org.

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Upcoming forums for Tucson Unified School District Governing Bd. race (updated)

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7 candidates are  running for 3 seats in this race for Governing Board at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD).  3 incumbents are running for re-election: Kirstel Foster, Cam Juarez, Dr. Mark Stegeman.  Challengers are Betts Putnam-Hidalgo (ran before for a seat on this board in 2012 and 2014), Lori Riegel, Brett Rustand, Rachael Sedgwick.

List of upcoming forums in September:

September 8 — sponsored by Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 6 to 8 p.m. at CareMore, 4821 N. Stone Ave.

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