Advancing Racial Justice ↘
Racial justice is at the heart of the YWCA’s mission.
At YWCA Asheville, we work to address inequities created by systemic racism through community education, advocacy, and action. Our racial justice workshops create space to explore these issues, deepen understanding, and build tools for a more equitable community.
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Community Racial Justice Workshops
Join the YWCA for free workshops open to the community that explore racial justice, deepen understanding of racism, and build tools for creating a more equitable Asheville.
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Workplace Racial Justice Training
Racial Justice Training for Organizations & Businesses
YWCA Asheville offers facilitated racial justice workshops for organizations and businesses looking to deepen understanding of systemic racism, address bias, and build more equitable workplaces.
Trainings can be customized to meet the needs of your team.
Contact us to schedule a workshop.
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Annual UJJI Challenge April – May
The 2026 UJJI Challenge | April 6 – May 4
Until Justice Just Is (UJJI) is YWCA’s annual campaign to raise awareness, spark conversation, and inspire action around the most pressing issues in our communities.
The 2026 theme, Democracy in Progress: Voting Rights at 250, invited participants to reflect on progress toward voting access, recognize the barriers that remain, and explore ways to protect the fundamental right to vote.
Racial Justice Workshops ↘
YWCA Asheville first developed our Racial Justice Workshops for staff to deepen our understanding of our mission-based work and strengthen our commitment to advancing racial justice. Today, YWCA’s Racial Justice Workshops are offered to anyone in our community, with both in-person and virtual options.
We offer free community workshops for individuals who want to grow their understanding of racism and racial justice. These sessions create space for learning, reflection, and conversation about how racism shows up in our communities and institutions.
We also partner with organizations, businesses, and community groups to provide facilitated racial justice workshops for staff and teams. These customized trainings are offered for a fee. We use a sliding scale pricing model based on your organization’s operating budget. This allows us to meet groups where they are and keep this work accessible across our community.
If your organization is interested in scheduling a workshop, please contact us by email .
Workshop Goals
Participants will:
Learn shared language and key concepts related to racial justice
Explore how racism shows up in our institutions, communities, and daily lives
Become familiar with the YWCA’s racial justice framework
Examine the history of racial (in)justice in the United States and beyond
Register for an Upcoming Workshop
YWCA Asheville offers free workshops open to the community throughout the year. The registration links below will take you to a pre-workshop survey. When you complete this survey, you will be registered.
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3-Part Racial Justice Workshop
Dates:August 11, 12, 13 (Tu/W/Th)
Time: 12 - 2 PM
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Commitment: Participants attend all three sessionsRegister using the Zoom form below to reserve your spot. After registering, you will receive the Zoom meeting link and details.
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3-Part Racial Justice Workshop
Dates: Sept. 14, 15, 17 (M/Tu/Th)
Time: 9 - 11 AM
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Commitment: Participants attend all three sessionsRegister using the Zoom form below to reserve your spot. After registering, you will receive the Zoom meeting link and details.
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3-Part Racial Justice Workshop
Dates: Oct. 14, 15, 16 (W, Th, F)
Time: 4 - 6 PM
Format: In-person
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3-Part Racial Justice Workshop
Dates: Nov. 10, 11, 12 (Tu, W, Th)
Time: 7 - 9 AM
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Commitment: Participants attend all three sessionsRegister using the Zoom form below to reserve your spot. After registering, you will receive the Zoom meeting link and details.
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3-Part Racial Justice Workshop
Dates: Dec. 14, 15, 16 (M, Tu, W)
Time: 9 - 11 AM
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Commitment: Participants attend all three sessionsRegister using the Zoom form below to reserve your spot. After registering, you will receive the Zoom meeting link and details.
Racial Justice Organizations & Community Partners in Asheville↘
The YWCA of Asheville and WNC works alongside racial justice organizations, community partners, advocates, and leaders throughout Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina who are creating meaningful change in our community.
Advancing racial justice in Asheville takes all of us. Across our region, organizations are working to address racial inequities through community advocacy, education, health equity, economic opportunity, civic engagement, and other efforts that strengthen Black and historically marginalized communities.
Our community partners bring different expertise and approaches to this work, while sharing a commitment to racial equity, justice, and a more inclusive Asheville and Western North Carolina. By working together, sharing resources, and elevating community voices, we can strengthen the collective movement to eliminate racism and create lasting change.
Meet Our Racial Justice Community Partners
Explore the Asheville and Western North Carolina organizations working to advance racial equity, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for meaningful action.
Until Justice Just Is ↘
Until Justice Just Is (UJJI) is an annual campaign of YWCA USA, designed to build community among those who work for racial justice and raise awareness about the impact of institutional and structural racism. The 2026 campaign took place from April 6 through May 4, and provided the opportunity for communities across the United States to unite their voices to educate, advocate, and promote racial justice. UJJI is one part of our larger national strategy to fulfill our mission of eliminating racism. The 2026 UJJI centered around the theme Democracy in Progress: Voting Rights at 250, focusing on voting rights, honoring 250 years of the American democratic experiment while exposing inequities, uplifting the struggle for access to the ballot, and advocating for a future where every American’s vote is protected, valued, and accessible.
You can still access content by clicking on the links below:
Learn more at: https://www.ywca.org/what-we-do/national-campaigns/until-justice-just-is
Join the Challenge:https://www.ywca.org/what-we-do/national-campaigns/until-justice-just-is#challenge
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity For All -
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity For All -
