We advocate for young women on issues that matter to them. In 2010, the YWCA of Wellington have identified the following advocacy issues to concentrate on:
- Alcohol
- Emergency housing for Women in Wellington
- Sexual health and reproductive rights
- Violence against Women.
We advocate and assist young women that wish to advocate for themselves and other young women in the region. Advocacy might take place through submissions, supporting established campaigns to achieving awareness or responding and networking with key messages to decision and policy makers.
Submissions:
Our YWCA has submitted submissions for the following topics on behalf of younger women:
- Submission on the Education (Freedom of Association) Amendment Bill, March 2010(written submission)
- Wellington City Council Alcohol By-Law, May 2010 (oral and written submission).
Support to established awareness campaigns:
- International Women’s Day, 3 March – presence and support at the Parliamentary breakfast
- Volunteer Awareness Week, 20-24 June – celebrating our volunteers within the YWCA movement
- NZ Leadership Week, last week in June – hosting events showcasing leadership of young women during this week, including participating in speaking engagements
- NZ Suffrage Day, 19 September – hosting events for celebrating womens achievement
- White Ribbon Day, 25 November – assistance with distribution of white ribbons in Wellington Central
