The Higher Education & Workforce Committee passed Ohio House Bill 6 (HB6) out of committee today. This bill would force transgender children to play on the sports team that aligns with their gender assigned at birth, rather than their true gender identity. If passed, the bill will present physical and emotional danger for trans children… Continue Reading YWCA Columbus Statement on Ohio House Bill 6
This week, medical examiners in New York City ruled the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old Black man, a homicide following an incident on May 1, during which Neely was forcibly held in a chokehold by a white vigilante – and restrained by other riders – for several minutes. The dehumanization of individuals experiencing homelessness… Continue Reading YWCA Columbus Statement on Death of Jordan Neely
This week, we are tuned into Senate Bill 83. Introduced by Senator Jerry C. Cirino last week, SB83 is a comprehensive attack on higher education – from prohibiting mandatory DEI trainings to prohibiting collective bargaining. YWCA Columbus is opposed to this bill on the grounds that it directly threatens our vision for a just and… Continue Reading YWCA Columbus statement on Senate Bill 83
YWCA Columbus joins marginalized communities and people of color to grieve the unjust death of Irvo Otieno: As more horrifying details emerge from Virginia following the death of Irvo N. Otieno, YWCA Columbus mourns the untimely and unjust death of another young Black man in this country and joins his family in calling for a… Continue Reading YWCA Columbus statement on the death of Irvo Otieno
YWCA Columbus reacts to Columbus City Council’s pay equity legislation: As an organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women, YWCA Columbus applauds the pay equity legislation passed by Columbus City Council on March 13, 2023. We proudly support this measure to narrow the pay gap, having testified in favor of passage. Introduced by Councilmember… Continue Reading YWCA Columbus statement on Columbus City Council’s pay equity legislation