Our community is home to people of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages, religious beliefs, races, physical abilities, languages, ages and sexual orientations. YWCA Salem partners with other agencies to help create a community focused on living in peace and unity. We do this through various community events and trainings.
May 21, 2008
Willamette University Campus
7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Terryl Ross, Director, Diversity Oregon State University
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community events
YWCA Cultural Diversity Conference
May, Willamette University Campus
YWCA Week Without Violence
October 15-21
Salem Speaks Up – Celebrating Universal Declaration of Human Rights Day
Freedom of speech is one of our most valuable rights. This is an opportunity for people to go to the microphone and talk about human rights issues. What violations are occurring? Are certain groups being targeted?
Where can a person turn for help? It is always helpful to hear about improvements and successes as well.
We want people to feel this is a safe place to share experiences and concerns. Each person who speaks is encouraged to not only describe their own experience, but also what would have been helpful, what changes they would like to see.
This event is designed to empower those who may be shy about speaking up, and to inform, challenge and inspire community leaders, government officials, educators, businesses and ordinary citizens.
information & resources
Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence