Locally, the YWCA of Birmingham is an organization of women whose vision is to create a more caring community. Founded in the Christian faith, the YW is a diverse group that identifies and responds to the needs of women and families of all races and religions. The YW plays a leadership and collaborative role as it works to achieve positive change in the lives of individuals and in the community. YWCA provides partially furnished one bedroom apartments as a part of their transitional housing program. Individuals interested in transitional housing must be single females without dependents, at least 19 years of age, receive an annual income of at least $7,000 and be currently homeless as a result of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, for whom emergency shelter services or other crisis intervention services are unavailable or insufficient. To apply for this housing, contact YWCA at (205) 322-9922 ext. 178.

Mission Statement: Anytown Alabama empowers students to become leaders in creating a stronger, more inclusive community for all. Anytown is an opportunity… to engage in refreshingly open and supportive dialogue to form life-long friendships through team building to share your culture and beliefs and appreciate those of others to build self-confidence and break down personal barriers to learn how to respond with kindness, courage, and respect to difficult, real-life situations to walk in another person’s shoes while having lots of fun!