Three Black Women in History We Should All Remember
Countless Black women have blazed trails, broken barriers, and made inspiring achievements throughout American history. Far too many of them get much less recognition today…
3 Things to do more of in 2021
We’ve all been looking forward to 2021 for quite a while now. And while we knew that didn’t mean ‘new world, new me’ on January…
Member Spotlight: Jeanette Lafreniere
Just around her one-year anniversary with Young Women’s Alliance, we checked in with member Jeannette Lafreniere, to find out how her experience as a member…
A Look Back at 2020
Article by YWA Diversity, Equity, and Belonging Chair, Tatyana Mann Well, this was different. What a year. I know everyone says that every year, but…
Turning Pastimes Into Paychecks
Article by YWA member Victoria Vorsas How many people do you know that lost their job due to COVID-19? Think about it. Statistically speaking, you…
4 Tips You May Not Know for Building a Fantastic Linkedin Profile
Having a Linkedin profile isn’t just about having another social media page. It’s about building your personal brand; leveraging the power of the internet for…
Celebrating Indigenous Americans this Thanksgiving
This week, we celebrate Thanksgiving. Traditionally a day on which Americans gather with family and friends, watch football, and eat until they can eat no…
Virtual Networking
In these days of self-quarantine and video meetings, it can sometimes feel like meeting new people, or talking to someone outside of your household for…
Why It’s Essential to Have Women in Leadership
When women lead, we all win. This month, the world witnessed something historic. For the first time ever, with Kamala Harris as our new Vice…
When Women Vote
“When I’m sometimes asked when will there be enough [women on the Supreme Court] and I say, ‘When there are nine,’ people are shocked. But…