Events

YWCA Speaks Out Through Events

Making Waves: Access, Identity and Creatively Telling Charlotte's Black Swimming Story

Join YWCA, in partnership with Novant Health and in collaboration with Mixed Metaphors Productions and Evolutionary Aquatics, for a powerful conversation exploring Charlotte’s Black swimming story through artistic and educational perspectives. This engaging mixed media event will include a panel discussion that will feature local artists and aquatic fitness advocates as they examine themes of access, identity, culture, and water safety within the Black community.

The evening will conclude with small-group discussions designed to encourage reflection, dialogue, and community connection. Water safety resources and tips will also be shared throughout the event.

This event will take place at YWCA Central Carolinas on July 16th at 6:30 PM.

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YWCA's Upcoming Racial Justice and Advocacy Events

As we look ahead to 2026, YWCA Central Carolinas is centering our Racial Justice and Advocacy programming on a critical and deeply connected focus area: Health and Well-Being.

This work builds on the issues we’ve explored and addressed for years. From Black maternal health to the criminalization of Black and Brown girls within the education system, both physical and mental health are woven throughout the social justice challenges facing our communities.

Together, we will deepen our understanding of these issues and strengthen our advocacy for policies that improve health outcomes for communities that have been historically marginalized.

For any questions, please contact our Community Engagement Manager Jamila Green at jgreen@ywcacentralcarolinas.org

YWCA's Upcoming Racial Justice and Advocacy Events

July 16th | Making Waves: Access, Identity and Charlotte’s Black Swimming Story

September | Exhale: A Self-Care + Social Justice Breakfast/Panel Discussion

November | Lift Every Voice! Advocating for Self in Healthcare Spaces

We’re excited to kick off a year of impactful conversations in 2026. Save the dates and stay tuned for more information as event registrations become available.

Philanthropy Contact

To learn how you can be involved in our events, how to sponsor an event or any other questions, please contact Senior Philanthropy Manager, Aneesa Abdul-Rahim, at (980) 585-0499 or aabdulrahim@ywcacentralcarolinas.org

Thank You To Our Sponsor

We are proud to partner with Novant Health, whose support makes this year’s Racial Justice and Advocacy programming possible.