15th Annual YWomen Leadership Celebration and Gala

2024 Honorees Announced!

This year's honorees, Hon. Grace G. Dickler (Ret.) and Detective Amanda Wright, have been instrumental in the fight against domestic violence. Judge Dickler, with over 30 years on the Cook County bench, has led significant reforms that enhanced equity and access to justice for survivors. Detective Wright, known for her compassionate and effective approach, has dedicated her career to supporting survivors in Evanston, advocating for victims, and building a comprehensive support network. Their combined efforts have profoundly impacted the lives of countless survivors in our community.

We will also uplift and celebrate the work of YWCA Evanston/North Shore's trauma-informed, comprehensive Domestic Violence Program, and hear a special address from this year’s Lorraine H. Morton Young Women of Promise honoree, a standout from Evanston Township High School.

Learn more about this year’s honorees, explore event details, and purchase tickets by visiting the YWomen 2024 event website.

Questions?

For general YWomen event inquiries, contact Jamie Kendrick, Development and Events Manager, at jkendrick@ywca-ens.org.

Interested in becoming a YWomen sponsor?

Want to make an even bigger impact? Explore our 2024 sponsorship kit to view sponsor packages and discover how you can support YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s work. Contact Michele Lacy, Director of Grants and Corporate Relations, at mlacy@ywca-ens.org or call 224-420-3264 to learn more.