Upcoming events.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Creative Crossroads: Playback Theatre & Community Conversation
Join the YWCA Lancaster, River Crossing Playback Theatre and Advoz in a unique conversation space created by Playback Theater and facilitated circles, where stories from the audience are “played back” in a way that honors our diverse experiences and our common humanity. You are invited to connect, to discuss, and to witness, even tell, stories of the deep challenges of these times and the sources of resilience and strength that live in our community.
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Clothing Comfort Drive
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Breaking the Silence: Open Mic
Come experience empowerment through poetry and spoken word:
On April 3rd, we will be transforming the narrative for survivors with community, self-love, and voice at Pocket Books.
Together, we will break the silence as we step up to the mic.
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Who Is Doing The Caring Matters: A Discussion
We invite you to join us in celebrating Black Maternal Health Week 2026 through speeding dating with local birthworkers followed by a panel.
We invite you to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week 2026 by speeding dating with local birth workers followed by a panel discussion highlighting the importance of diversity in the health care.
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Healing through Movement and Art
Join YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center’s for our Healing through Movement and Art during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. An African dance experience for families, and individuals of all ages and skill levels in the community. Discover strength, creativity, and community through movement and art!
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Dorothy Height Social Justice Club
Join us for a three-month hybrid community book club exploring Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice by Virginia Roberts Giuffre.
Together, we’ll speak to what comes up for us, grapple with the meanings of the book, and build community around shared empowerment and resilience.
Crepes, Coffee, & Care
Grab a bite, give back, and stand in solidarity with survivors!
By dining at Rachel's Cafe & Creperie you’re making a direct impact during April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
A portion of that day’s proceeds will be donated to YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center to support victim survivors!
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Race Against Racism
Be part of the nation’s longest-running Race Against Racism on Saturday, April 25th, and help us eliminate racism, empower women, and build a future where equity knows no bounds.
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Open House - YWCA Lancaster Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center
Join us for an Open House for YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention & Counseling Center as we showcase the new Garden Level offices included in the YForward Renovation Project to provide safe spaces for clients to reach their goals. Come by to tour the space and meet the team!
Storytime with YWCA Lancaster
Join us for “My Voice, My Choice” our series of book readings at public libraries across Lancaster County, where we’ll share stories that foster empathy, resilience, and empowerment.
Through the power of storytelling, we can start important conversations, build a culture of respect and support, and work toward a world free from violence.
Creative Crossroads: Playback Theatre & Community Conversation (Potluck)
Join the YWCA Lancaster, River Crossing Playback Theatre and Advoz in a unique conversation space created by Playback Theater and facilitated circles, where stories from the audience are “played back” in a way that honors our diverse experiences and our common humanity. You are invited to connect, to discuss, and to witness, even tell, stories of the deep challenges of these times and the sources of resilience and strength that live in our community.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Healthy Masculinity: Redefining Strength
A discussion series for adult men to explore how masculinity impacts mental health, relationships, media, and more, and build tools for emotional resilience and authentic connection.
This community group is hosted by YWCA Lancaster and co-facilitated by Teddy Boucard and Randy Puljek-Shank.
Black Art Across Lancaster
Register to attend YWCA Lancaster's Black Art Across Lancaster, a celebration of Black creativity and culture.
This visual arts event showcases inspiring art exhibitions, and thought - provoking discussions featuring local Black artists and leaders
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Mama La Lechera Postpartum Support Group
YWCA Lancaster is proud to partner with Mama La Lechera to host a post-partum support group held every week at YWCA Lancaster!
The group will be available at no charge to parents, whether they have yet delivered, are breast/chest feeding, or at any stage in between.
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Summer Camp Registration - Penn Manor
Give your child a summer full of excitement, exploration, and new friendships at YWCA Lancaster’s Summer Camp! Our engaging program blends outdoor adventures, hands-on learning, creative arts, and team-building activities in a safe and supportive environment. Led by experienced staff, campers will enjoy themed weeks, field trips, and plenty of opportunities to grow, play, and make lasting memories.
Summer Camp Registration - SDOL
Give your child a summer full of excitement, exploration, and new friendships at YWCA Lancaster’s Summer Camp! Our engaging program blends outdoor adventures, hands-on learning, creative arts, and team-building activities in a safe and supportive environment. Led by experienced staff, campers will enjoy themed weeks, field trips, and plenty of opportunities to grow, play, and make lasting memories.
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
The Sum of Us - Community Book Club
Join us for a five-month community book club exploring The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee.
Facilitated by Aimee Van Cleave, each session will provide space to reflect on key chapters of the book and connect its lessons to our own experiences. Together, we’ll ask hard questions, grapple with meaningful answers, and build community around shared learning.
Brick by Brick
YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love will be hosting weekly LGBTQIA+ support group exploring how to overcome community and individual trauma by navigating topics with like-minded peers.
Join us for conversation, growth, and snacks as we handle adversity and empowerment within yourself!
Haven - Virtual Support Group
Join YWCA Lancaster and Lancaster County Chooses Love’s virtual support group covering topics that help teens navigate self-esteem, foster healthy relationships, and encourage community building.
Our dynamic VIRTUAL group uses activities that are fun and inclusive to engage in the group.
Explore identity and meet others who are going through similar issues in a group that is empowering and uplifting.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
2026 Annual Meeting & Open House
Join us for YWCA Lancaster’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Open House as we showcase the newly renovated areas of our YForward Renovation Project and celebrate the transformative impact of the new spaces to benefit our community.
Registration - Kindergarten Enrichment Program (KEP) - Registration Night
Give Your Kindergartener a Strong Start with YWCA Lancaster’s Kindergarten Enrichment Program!
Looking for a fun, engaging way to enhance your child’s kindergarten experience? YWCA Lancaster’s Kindergarten Enrichment Program provides hands-on learning, creative activities, and social development to complement their half-day kindergarten schedule.
Flexible scheduling options are available to fit your family’s needs. Give your child the extra support and excitement they deserve!
Empowering Growth Conference 2026
Join YWCA Lancaster for our 2026 Empowering Growth Conference, a powerful day of learning, connection, and action!
We invite advocates, professionals, and community member to explore how we can restore joy and build collective resilience in the face of injustice.
Breaking the Silence: Open Mic
Come experience empowerment through poetry and spoken word:
On April 3rd, we will be transforming the narrative for survivors with community, self-love, and voice at Pocket Books.
Together, we will break the silence as we step up to the mic.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Join us for: Connection, Sense of Community, Support & Solidarity
Creative Crossroads: Playback Theatre & Community Conversation
Join the YWCA Lancaster, River Crossing Playback Theatre and Advoz in a unique conversation space created by Playback Theater and facilitated circles, where stories from the audience are “played back” in a way that honors our diverse experiences and our common humanity. You are invited to connect, to discuss, and to witness, even tell, stories of the deep challenges of these times and the sources of resilience and strength that live in our community.
Power In Purpose: From Progress To Possibility: Mobilizing for Childcare Affordability in PA
Join us on webinar on Thursday, January 29 at 12PM!
Pennsylvania families are being squeezed by a system where earning even slightly more than poverty level wages can mean losing vital childcare—while care for two young children now tops $27,000 a year. Join our webinar to hear advocates, legislators, and policy experts break down the state’s childcare affordability crisis and the solutions we can advance together.
Dreaming of a Better Future: Celebrating Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Join YWCA Lancaster's Center for Racial and Gender Equity and Child Enrichment Centers for our 2026 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Children’s Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Bring the whole family and discover the power of community! Dr. King’s dream continues to inspire new generations. Our 2026 theme, "Dreaming of a Better Future," bridges his vision with today’s challenges, showing that the dream is ongoing, not finished.
The Sum of Us - Community Book Club
Join us for a five-month community book club exploring The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee.
Facilitated by Aimee Van Cleave, each session will provide space to reflect on key chapters of the book and connect its lessons to our own experiences. Together, we’ll ask hard questions, grapple with meaningful answers, and build community around shared learning.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
Justice Now: Creating Intersectional Change
Join us for Justice Now—a free, monthly education series designed to build awareness, challenge systems of oppression, and inspire community action. These sessions offer opportunities to deepen your understanding of equity, identity, and justice with expert facilitators leading timely, relevant conversations.
All sessions are FREE and open to the public
Reimagining Bail: A Community Conversation on Pre-trial Justice
Join us for presentation about pre-trial justice, how bail really works, and the advocacy happening here in Lancaster County and across PA!
Come for an evening of learning, community connection, and to learn how you can get involved and take action.
Healthy Masculinity: Redefining Strength
A discussion series for adult men to explore how masculinity impacts mental health, relationships, media, and more, and build tools for emotional resilience and authentic connection.
This community group is hosted by YWCA Lancaster and co-facilitated by Teddy Boucard and Randy Puljek-Shank.
Adult Survivor Gathering
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault.
2025 Women of Achievement Awards
2025 Women of Achievement Awards
Making a Lasting Impact
We all know someone whose dedication leaves a mark—someone who creates lasting change through their leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to justice. Whether it's a passionate volunteer, a pioneering professional, or a fearless advocate for equity, their impact resonates beyond the moment—it helps shape the future.
YWCA Lancaster is proud to honor these changemakers through the 2025 Women of Achievement Awards, a celebration of women who are making a lasting impact in Lancaster County and beyond.
Now in its eighth year, Women of Achievement highlights leaders across industries—business, education, healthcare, public service, the arts, and more—whose work and values reflect YWCA Lancaster’s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.
All proceeds from the 2025 event will benefit YWCA Lancaster’s Kepler Hall Residence Program, supporting community members on their journey to safe, stable housing and renewed opportunity.
Join us as we celebrate those whose legacies of impact continue to inspire.
Justice Now: Uncovering Your Implicit Biases
Join us for Justice Now—a free, monthly education series designed to build awareness, challenge systems of oppression, and inspire community action. These sessions offer opportunities to deepen your understanding of equity, identity, and justice with expert facilitators leading timely, relevant conversations.
All sessions are FREE and open to the public
Wednesday, October 22 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
YWCA Lancaster | 110 N. Lime Street, Lancaster, PA
Facilitated by Hannah Short & Heidi Freeland-Trail
Discover how hidden habits and biases can cause harm—even with good intentions. Through real-life scenarios, reflection, and dialogue, learn to recognize micro and macroaggressions, dismantle oppression, and apply equity tools in everyday interactions.
Two Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits are available for each Justice Now session.
Childcare is available for participants. Please contact Hannah Short for more information, hshort@ywcalancaster.org.
Supporting Our Neighbors: Protecting Immigrant Rights in Pennsylvania
Supporting Our Neighbors: Protecting Immigrant Rights in Pennsylvania
A community webinar with attorney David Bennion of the Free Migration Project.
Immigrants are vital to Lancaster, and many are navigating an increasingly complex legal landscape. Join YWCA Lancaster for a timely virtual webinar with immigration attorney David Bennion of Free Migration Project to understand the immigration system, get updates on ICE enforcement, and learn practical ways our community can stand in solidarity with immigrant neighbors.
Event details:
Date & time: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. ET
Location: Virtual (Zoom webinar)
Cost: No cost to attend; registration required
What you’ll learn:
How the U.S. immigration legal system is structured and what community members should know
Current ICE enforcement policies and practices
How rapid response networks counter ICE raids
Pro-immigrant local/state policy actions you can support in PA
Organizations & legal resources available to immigrants and allies
Speaker:
David Bennion, immigration attorney with Free Migration Project. David has worked alongside immigrant communities across Pennsylvania to expand access to legal support, strengthen rapid response networks, and advance policies that protect families and due process.
Who should attend:
Neighbors, students, faith and civic leaders, educators, social service providers, and anyone committed to dignity and justice for immigrant communities.
Accessibility & language:
If you need accommodations (e.g., ASL, CART, translation), please email icastillo@ywcalancaster.org by Friday, October 3, and our team will follow up.
Code of conduct:
YWCA Lancaster fosters a respectful, harassment-free learning space. We reserve the right to remove disruptive participants to ensure safety for all.
FAQ:
Will there be a recording? Registrants will receive a link to the recording and resources after the event.
Is there a cost? No—this webinar is free to attend.
How do I join? After registering, Zoom will email your unique join link and reminders.
About Our Speaker
David Bennion is a practicing immigration attorney and the executive director of Free Migration Project. Prior to founding Free Migration Project in 2016, David worked as a staff attorney at nonprofit legal services organizations in Brooklyn and Philadelphia and later managed a solo immigration law practice. David graduated from New York University School of Law in 2004.