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All Together Better
Imagine our future, the next stories you want told. Share your hopes and dreams for our community, joining others in framing our future
The YMCA is a vital part of our history and has broken barriers, adapted to change, and unconditionally served those around the world- this short glimpse of Y history inspires me to work hard for our future development!
It’s so great to be apart of a movement so powerful
Tulsa YMCA has the BEST exhibit at the General Assembly in Atlanta! The structure was created to give a different experience for children and adult. The structure has information on the inside and outside of each structure and information at different height levels so no one feels left out…inclusion in practice!
Impactful!
I love how interactive it is!
Well done exhibit that is both informative about Tulsas history and Black history in general.
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Our Purpose
The Y’s purpose is to strengthen communities; fundamentally, strong communities are equitable communities. We recognize we are one small cog in the community wheel but fully embrace our responsibility to continue critical work to end systemic racism, bigotry, discrimination and hate. The Y has journeyed through this work for over 175 years and while we have made significant strides, we acknowledge that there is much work ahead of us. Part of this work includes telling the story of the tragic and difficult times in our communities’ history because stories re-told are stories not relived.
Our impact and relevancy are directly tied to our efforts to fight for greater inclusion and equity for all. This work is rooted in our inclusive mission and is the soul of our Movement.
Our Promise
As an anchor in the communities we serve, the Y strives to be a beacon for good and systemic change.
By leveraging our expertise in our areas of impact: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility – we commit to be a part of the change that must happen.
Together we invite you to step forward and add your voice to the chorus of Y and community voices insisting on a tomorrow that is better than today – one that is equitable, inclusive, compassionate and just. To reflect on what more we can be doing to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential and that our communities are welcoming and safe for all.
We must go forward with a fire in our souls and hope in our hearts.
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Y.W.C.A. Meeting Minutes October 11, 1921 and January 6, 1923. Acquired at Tulsa Historical Society, 2021.
