We are excited to welcome Jennifer Kasmier to our team! As the Chief Programming Officer, Jennifer is responsible for the overall management and success of all program operations, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, and budget. This includes direct supervision of Program Directors overseeing crisis shelter, addiction recovery, education programs, and domestic and … Read More
We are excited to welcome Nicole Johnson-Smith, LMHC, CCTP to our team! As the Director of Clinical & Recovery Services, Nicole will ensure the effective administration and integrity of all clinical and recovery services programs, directly impacting the lives of survivors. She will lead a dedicated team in providing high-quality, trauma-informed therapeutic services to individuals … Read More
We are heartbroken at the loss of Aisha Pearson, who served as YWCA’s Director of Residential Services. In her 10 years at YWCA, she also spent time in the following roles: Case Manager, Lead Case Manager, Crisis Services Coordinator, and Advocate Coordinator. Aisha wasn’t just a colleague; she was a vital part of our organization, … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Saint Joseph Community Health Foundation Awards YWCA Northeast Indiana $20,000 for Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocacy Services [FORT WAYNE, INDIANA, JULY 2, 2025] – YWCA Northeast Indiana received a $20,000 grant from the Saint Joseph Community Health Foundation to support YWCA’s bilingual domestic violence services in 2025. YWCA employs a Burmese Advocate who can … Read More
At YWCA Northeast Indiana, we’re deeply committed to serving our community and making a positive impact. We moved into our new home, The Hefner Center, last year, and now our attention is turning to what comes next. Starting this month, our Strategic Planning Committee will begin facilitating our next three-year plan. Over the next few months, we’ll begin the vital process … Read More