YWCA KL

19/05/2026

KL is HAPPENING right now with KL Festival 2026!

From live shows and cultural nights to foodie markets and art in the city... so much is happening, and it's all within walking distance when you stay at YWCA KL Boutique Hostel!

🚶‍♀️WALK TO EPIC EVENTS:
Concerts, markets art & culture - all nearby!

🚝 VERY CLOSE TO MERDEKA MRT STATION
Just beside YWCA KL!

🧳CONNECT ANYWHERE IN KL WITH EASE
Explore the city with ultimate convenience

❤️ STAY WITH PURPOSE, MAKE AN IMPACT
When you stay at YWCA KL, you're not just booking a bed, you're helping YWCA empower women, youth & communities through programmes that change lives!

Stay close. Experience more. Make a difference.

Tap link on our bio to book your stay!

15/05/2026

KL Fest 2026 is happening all around the city, and YWCA Kuala Lumpur is right in the middle of it!✨

From heritage and cultural walks to dynamic performances, there’s so much happening just minutes away from our boutique hostel along Jalan Hang J***t.

Don't forget to save and share this post so that more friends can enjoy KL FEST 2026 this month!

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14/05/2026

Yesterday, our Wednesday Morning Club celebrated Mother’s Day with a wonderful mix of flavours, creativity, and remembrance.

Highlights from our morning:

🥘 Thai Chicken Curry Demo: Chef Kamalaasri treated us to an aromatic cooking session, using fresh herbs harvested from Sayur In The City, our collaborative urban garden project with Eats, Shoots & Roots!

💜 Honoring a Legacy: We paused to share a meaningful moment of remembrance for Datuk Rasammah Bhupalan, marking exactly one year since she left for her heavenly abode. Her profound legacy as a champion for women and the founder of our Vocational Training Opportunity Centre - VTOC remain a guiding light for all of us at YWCA KL.

💐 Craft & Fellowship: Before sitting down for a lovely lunch together, the ladies got creative with some hands-on craftwork, getting to know one another along the way.

Check out the highlights from yesterday in the gallery below!

18/04/2026

We were honoured to be approached by TEDxPetaling Street as part of their series spotlighting institutions in the heart of downtown KL and Chinatown.

Our President Joanne Yeoh, volunteer Lindsey, and Sylvia, a proud VTOC (Vocational Training & Outreach Centre) graduate sat down to share a little about what YWCA KL is about: community, youth empowerment, and skills-building.

Watch this space! 🥰

17/03/2026

An evening of community, heritage and Ramadan spirit at Jelajah Warisan KL @ Merdeka 118.

Thank you to the PNB 118 team for the kind invitation to join the Berbuka Puasa Picnic Santai bersama Datuk Bandar Kuala Lumpur.

It was wonderful to see the vibrant BazRam Merdeka come alive with families, friends and visitors gathering to break fast together at the iconic Stadium Merdeka.

Just a short walk away, YWCA Kuala Lumpur is grateful to be part of this neighbourhood where culture, history and community continue to thrive.

The BazRam Merdeka Ramadan Bazaar is happening until tomorrow, so do drop by if you're nearby and soak in the festive atmosphere.

As we approach the end of Ramadan, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all our Muslim friends celebrating this week.!

May this festive season bring peace, joy and togetherness to you and your loved ones.
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11/03/2026

Imagine being the only woman in every room you walk into.

Now imagine finally finding a room full of people who get it. 💛

On 8 March, KL Women's Stories chose YWCA KL as the backdrop for their second edition — and this time, the theme hit different.

"The Only Woman In The Room" put the spotlight on women navigating male-dominated industries every single day, showing up, speaking up, and holding their ground.

Through an intimate, interview-style conversation, these women shared their unfiltered experiences — the challenges, the breakthroughs, and everything in between.

We're glad our space could be part of a conversation this powerful — where real stories are told, real connections are made, and women are reminded that they are never truly alone in that room.

To everyone who came, shared, and listened — thank you for making this so special.

Happy International Women's Day! 💛

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11/01/2026

🚀 Hello 2026! The VTOC Level 6 Loft Studios are ready — and officially rocket-launched! 🎉

What began as a vision to teach a group of students from the Vocational Training Opportunity Centre (VTOC) basic DIY skills has grown into a true community-powered success.

Together, we refurbished damaged loft units at the VTOC, turning challenges into opportunities for hands-on learning, collaboration, and impact.

♻️ Old furniture and materials were repaired and creatively repurposed, reducing waste while keeping costs low — proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand.

This achievement would not have been possible without the incredible support of our community. Our deepest thanks to:
🙏 Yayasan Feruni — for sponsorship of floor tiles
🙏 Dian Be Hardware — for sponsorship of tools and equipment
🙏A.H.T. Cleantec, Starbucks Foundation, Ace Hires Talent Solutions, and Threemendous Films — for their much-needed financial support
🙏 Trainers - Ai Ling Ferges, Diane Au, Lim Yan Yee, and Lindsey Ong
🙏 Our dedicated artisans, volunteers, individual sponsors and donors

Your collective expertise and generosity made this project a reality. 💙

Together, we didn’t just refurbish spaces — we built skills, confidence, and community.

Warmest congratulations to the VTOC students for their perseverance, commitment and hard work and wishing them the best in their future endeavours in 2026!

09/11/2025

In conjunction with YWCA KL’s Charity Bazaar on 15 November 2025, Eats, Shoots & Roots will be hosting a special session of Sayur in the City: Mini Garden Experience!

Come for a refreshing morning where you will get to learn more about the meaningful work done on our premises.

What you will experience:
* A fun, hands-on composting activity, where you will get to learn the basics of composting
* ⁠A round of garden games, where you’ll stand a chance to win prizes
* ⁠A charity bazaar with locally made and limited edition products

Available sessions : 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Don't miss out on this special opportunity! Sign up here:
https://shop.eatsshootsandroots.org/products/a-mini-garden-experience-nov-special

08/11/2025

Exciting news! YWCA KL is hosting a Charity Bazaar this coming Saturday.

Be ready to feast!!!

Our Vocational Training Opportunity Centre (VTOC) is bringing the heat with nasi lemak, potato currypuffs, egg sandwiches, cookies, and hot drinks. 🍛

YWCA Malaysia & Rumah Perlindungan Sosial Klang are serving up some Malaysian delights too! Think muruku, mee goreng, mango pudding, lemongrass pandan drink, and more.🥤

But it's not just about food. You'll also find awesome pre-loved items like jewellery, crockery, utensils, household items, and clothes (yes, a whole range from casual to traditional, plus office, evening and winter wear!)🥻

You can even bring home some potted plants... 🪴

And of course, our Y Bagmaker will be setting up shop! 👝

Mark your calendars and come support the work of the Y. 💙

🗓️ 15 November 2025
🕚 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 YWCA KL

Share the love. See you on Saturday!

08/11/2025

More than 150 years ago, the global YMCA and YWCA movements set out on a shared journey of faith and fellowship. In 1875, World YMCA marked the 2nd Sunday of November as the beginning of a Week of Prayer. In 1901, the YWCA joyfully joined this spiritual tradition—making prayer not just a practice, but a legacy we hold together as one family.

This year, we celebrate our World Week of Prayer with the theme Jubilee: 150 Years of Prayer in Action. It is a milestone of joy, especially meaningful in YWCA KL's return to prayer as the heartbeat of our work.

As we mark this sacred anniversary, we invite you to join us as we come together to give thanks and reflect on the needs of those living through times of insecurity and around the world.

Here's how:

1. Participate individually or in small groups
➡️ Download the daily reflection booklet at http://bit.ly/3Lb43Kf

2. Join us in collective worship with YWCA PJ and YMCA KL!
🗓 15 November 2025 (Saturday)
🕤 9:30-11:00 a.m.
📍 YWCA KL (Main Hall)

This will be followed by a Charity Bazaar where you can immediately put faith and prayer into action. More details to come!

📣 Exciting news! The 2025 Week of Prayer booklet is now available in English, French and Spanish. In the booklet, you find daily themes and prayers to help guide your participation.

🗓️ Join us from 9-15 November under the theme "Jubilee - 150 Years of Prayer in Action," in partnership with World YMCA, as we pray for global peace and justice.

Download booklet ➡️ http://bit.ly/3Lb43Kf