This April, YWCA Princeton invites the community to join Steps 4 Equity, a month-long initiative designed to engage, educate, and empower individuals to take action for racial justice.  This event includes our annual Stand Against Racism event offering multiple ways to participate and make a meaningful impact. 

Four Ways to Get Involved: 

1. Racial Justice Challenge 
   YWCA Princeton’s Racial Justice Challenge invites participants to engage daily with resources such as articles, videos, podcasts, and books, exploring systemic racism, social justice, and equity on both national and local levels. This challenge offers an excellent opportunity to learn while making a tangible impact and introduces what steps can be taken in our community to make justice a reality. 

2. Until Justice Just Is Student Competition 
   Mercer County High school students are encouraged to respond to the theme “UNTIL JUSTICE JUST IS”  by submitting an essay, video, or artwork that answers the question, “What does 'until justice just is' mean to you, and how can we take action daily to make justice a reality?” This competition is a meaningful opportunity for youth to share their voices and contribute to the conversation on racial justice. Prizes will be awarded to four winners: 

1. $500 for the top overall winner 

2. $250 for second place 

3. $150 for third place 

4. $100 for the fan favorite winner 

3. Walk for Equity 
   Join YWCA Princeton’s virtual Walk for Equity walkathon. Whether walking solo or forming a team, this event raises awareness and funds for YWCA Princeton’s racial justice programs. Prizes will be awarded for the top fundraisers, most miles walked, and the largest teams. This event offers a fun and active way to support the cause while making a difference. 

4. Stand Against Racism: 6:30 PM, April 24th, W Center at YWCA Princeton 
   Honoring our 20-year history of Stand Against Racism, Steps 4 Equity will culminate in a community gathering. During this event, winners of the Until Justice Just Is Student Competition and the Walk for Equity prize winners will be announced. This event will feature performances and inspiring speakers, creating a space for youth to lead the conversation on racial justice.  

YWCA Princeton encourages everyone to take part in one or more of the Steps 4 Equity initiatives to advance racial justice, empower youth voices, and help create a more inclusive community. Sponsorship opportunities are available to support YWCA Princeton and their work to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.