Social Justice
Pledge
I believe that every person has worth as an individual. I believe that every person is entitled to dignity and respect. I believe that every thought and every act of prejudice of all kinds is harmful; if it is my thought or act, then it is harmful to me as well as to others. Therefore, from this day forward, I will strive daily to eliminate prejudice from my thoughts and actions. I will discourage prejudice by others at every opportunity. I will treat all people with dignity and respect; and I will strive daily to honor this pledge, knowing that the world will be a better place because of my effort.
Social Advocacy
The YWCA of the Harbor Area is committed to "Social Advocacy" with its long history of advocacy since the civil rights movement and before.
This is a continuing to be a growing problem in our immediate area – and the YWCA is committed to help protect our young children from the horrors of trafficking. Through partnerships with local organizations and programs, there is collaboration and a commitment to long term programs that would stem the increase of trafficking activity in our immediate and surrounding communities.
With events relating to the awareness and prevention of Human Trafficking, has placed the YWCA of the Harbor Area as a forerunner and leader in our community area in bringing awareness to the plight that families face throughout the United States and the world.