YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Donna Pocius is an experienced Senior Economic Empowerment Coach at YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, a position held since September 2009. Donna is part of the SHIFT Resident Services Team, providing employment and vocational counseling services to families in the SHIFT program. Prior to this role, Donna worked at Gateway Foundation from March 2004 to September 2008 as an Economic Empowerment Coach and Case Manager/Job Coach, focusing on assisting adult male ex-offenders in their reintegration into society. Donna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Services from National Louis University and an Associate of Arts in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Triton College.
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
About YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: Since its founding 140 years ago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago has been committed to serving the needs of women and girls. The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women is actualized through a large breadth of programs and services. Regardless of race or economic status, the YWCA provides women with the support and tools they need to transform their lives, to be confident in their choices and to make valuable contributions to their communities. The YWCA’s Core programmatic areas include: Economic Empowerment Services, Sexual Violence Support Services, and Early Childhood Services. The YWCA serves over 200,000 women, children and families annually through these programs. And while the YWCA’s services are broad and varied, they are linked by a common thread—a dedication to promoting racial justice and personal empowerment. For more information about how you can support the YWCA, visit our website at http://www.ywcachicago.org or contact us at 312-762-2762. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.