YWCA South Florida

10/23/2026

Every October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, YWCA USA leads Week Without Violence (WWV), a national campaign that mobilizes communities to raise awareness, inspire action, and advance solutions to end gender-based violence.

For , we welcomed Dr. Monique Dennis, Founder of The Freedom Heart Foundation, for a conversation on amplifying young voices to build a culture of safety, respect, and healing.

Drawing on her expertise in psychology, crisis management, and survivor support, Dr. Dennis highlighted the importance of listening to young people, supporting survivors, and advancing solutions that make prevention, healing, and lasting change possible.

Together, we can create a future where our youth is heard, supported, and safe. 💜

Listen to the entire conversation using the link below.
https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

10/22/2026

Our Sixth Annual First But Not the Last Celebration was an unforgettable evening filled with inspiring stories, powerful moments, and a shared commitment to empowering women and strengthening our community.💫💜

To our incredible 2026 Trailblazers, thank you for inspiring us through your leadership, courage and the paths you continue to pave for future generations.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors, partners and everyone who joined us in making this year’s celebration so special. Your support helps YWCA South Florida continue making a lasting impact on the women, children and families we serve.

Want to relive the celebration? Explore more photos from the evening via the link below! 📸

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

10/21/2026

Join YWCA South Florida and Ulta Beauty for Pretty Empowered, a special event designed to inspire girls ages 9–14 to dream big, build confidence, and explore their potential!

Girls will enjoy a day filled with engaging activities focused on health and wellness, STEAM, self-confidence and more!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Miami Central High School
1781 NW 95th St, Miami, FL 33147

This event is FREE, but RSVP is required.
Don’t miss out! Register today via the link below. 💗

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

10/20/2026

The November general election is just around the corner! As the midterms draw near, do you know how to recognize misleading information before you share it?

In a fast-moving information landscape, knowing how to spot civic mis/disinformation matters more than ever. Join YWCA South Florida and Aaron Rosen, President & Founder of the World Affairs Council of Miami, for a conversation that explores how mis- and disinformation spreads, how to evaluate what you see online and how to make informed decisions at the ballot box.

📅 October 22nd
🕛 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 YWCA South Florida, 351 NW 5th Street, Miami, FL 33128
🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
🍴 Lunch will be provided!

Register using the link below.
https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

10/16/2026

Tomorrow is the day! ✨

The countdown is almost over, and we’re looking forward to an unforgettable evening at the First But Not the Last Celebration!

From recognizing this year’s remarkable honorees to sharing the stories and impact behind YWCA South Florida’s work, tomorrow promises to be an evening filled with meaningful moments, inspiration and celebration.

To our honorees, partners and guests, thank you for being part of this special occasion. We can’t wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!

10/16/2026

As we count down to the 2026 First But Not the Last Celebration, we’re wrapping up our sponsor recognitions by highlighting one final group of incredible partners helping make this special evening possible!

A heartfelt thank you to our Advocate Bronze Partners for their generous support of YWCA South Florida. Your partnership helps us continue creating opportunities for women, strengthening families and making a lasting difference across our community.

Swipe through to meet our Advocate Bronze Partners and join us in thanking them for their support! 🧡

10/15/2026

Meet the speaker behind our upcoming YWomenVote Speaker Series!

We’re excited to welcome Aaron Rosen, President & Founder of the World Affairs Council of Miami, for an informative conversation on civic mis/disinformation. The goal is simple: to strengthen critical thinking and boost informed civic participation.

Aaron has worked with various legislative and diplomatic bodies, including the U.S. Congress, German Bundestag, Australian House of Representatives, Canadian House of Commons, Luxembourg Chamber of Deputies, Embassy of Mexico in the United States and the European Parliament Liaison Office to the U.S. Congress.

With years of experience in policy work, Aaron is passionate about bringing this conversation to the broader community and helping to build a more informed and resilient democracy. During this session, he'll share practical tools that can help you navigate today’s information environment and strengthen civic life in the digital age.

📅 October 22
🕛 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍 YWCA South Florida, 351 NW 5th Street, Miami, FL 33128
🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
🍴 Lunch will be provided!

Register using the link below.
https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

10/14/2026

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, students in YWCA South Florida’s Global Education program brought art and culture together through interactive face painting and acrylic painting workshops.

Students also learned about renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, drawing inspiration from her work as they explored different painting techniques and discovered new ways to express their own creativity.

From John G. Dupuis and Bunche Park to Hialeah and South Miami Heights elementary schools, our young artists had the opportunity to learn, create and celebrate the richness of Hispanic heritage!

Swipe through for a look at their colorful creations and highlights from the workshops!🎨

10/14/2026

As we get ready to come together this weekend for the 2026 First But Not the Last Celebration, we’re taking a moment to recognize the partners helping make this special evening possible!

A heartfelt thank you to our Champion Gold Partners: Holland & Knight, Barry University, UKG and Baptist Health South Florida. Your generous support helps YWCA South Florida continue its work to create opportunities for women, strengthen families and make a lasting difference across our community.

Swipe through to see our Champion Gold Partners and join us in thanking them for being part of this year’s celebration. 🧡

10/14/2026

We're days away from the 2026 First But Not the Last! ✨

Thank you to NBC 6 South Florida and Jawan Strader for highlighting YWCA South Florida's upcoming celebration and the extraordinary Trailblazers we're honoring this year.

As we prepare for Saturday's sold-out event, we're excited to shine a light on the leaders helping shape the future of our community.

Watch the full feature below!

For more than a century, YWCA South Florida has worked to support families and strengthen communities across our area. On Voices, YWCA President and CEO Kerry-Ann Royes and Trailblazer honoree Bea L. Hines discuss the organization’s lasting impact and its annual celebration honoring women who are ...