Mission

Girls Initiatives at the YWCA NYC reflect our core belief that empowered girls become empowered women. Designed to inform, engage, and inspire young people to become self-advocates, our goal is to ensure that every girl gains the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue the education, career, and life options of their choice.

Vision

Empowered girls, empowered women paving the way toward a more equitable world.

Values

Integrity

We hold ourselves accountable to each other to provide the highest quality services to our community. We approach our work with honesty, transparency and commitment to ethical and professional principles.  

Equity

We embrace the rich diversity of our community and acknowledge that not all people are afforded or have access to the same opportunities. We strive to equal the playing field by identifying and providing services based on the needs of those in our community. 

Respect

We honor all people’s inherent dignity and humanity. We treat those we encounter through our work thoughtfully, constructively and with empathy and kindness. 

Empowerment

We work to inspire, educate, and uplift the people we work with and serve, enabling all to advocate for themselves and their communities.  

Advocacy

We promote advocacy through our programs, encouraging those we serve to learn about, speak out and address issues vital to their lives and their communities. 

Joy

We learn through play, grow through celebrating our differences, and bring authenticity to our community through the beauty of our cultures.