Young Women's Freedom Center

Young Women's Freedom Center Transforming the systems that keep women, girls and gender non-conforming folks of color stuck in cycles of poverty, violence, and incarceration

Our mission is to empower and inspire young women who have been involved with the juvenile justice system and/or the street economy to create positive change in their lives and communities. Our approach links youth development and youth organizing strategies with the mission to provide gender-specific, peer-based opportunities for high-risk, low- and no-income young women.

Huge thank you to (National Association of Women in Construction) for supporting Young Women's Freedom Center youth or...
08/12/2026

Huge thank you to (National Association of Women in Construction) for supporting Young Women's Freedom Center youth organizers!

NAWIC partnered with ABC SoCal Anaheim to host an all-girls summer camp for young women 13-17 exploring careers in construction and the trades. YWFC organizers got hands-on training, built their resumes, networked with women leading the industry, and visited a real job site to connect with contractors.

Thank you, NAWIC, for also recognizing Candy Pineda, who took home several awards for creativity and team participation.

Unique Jackson and Couriyanna Moore, who took home appreciation awards for participation and engagement.

Today is International Youth Day, a moment to recognize the power, leadership, and contributions of young people around ...
08/12/2026

Today is International Youth Day, a moment to recognize the power, leadership, and contributions of young people around the world.

Today we uplift youth voices, acknowledge the challenges young people face, and advocate for our rights, opportunities, and ability to shape decisions that impact our lives.

08/12/2026

“What people normalize is not normal. And it’s not your fault.”

In Episode 2 of Kassidi’s Freedom Charter Podcast series, she reflects on being labeled by the system, fighting for her baby, and creating space for young people to speak without judgment.

This episode is about motherhood, survival, sisterhood, and knowing you are not alone.

Listen now.

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and leadership of Indigenous Peoples. Indigenous communities have long led mov...
08/09/2026

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and leadership of Indigenous Peoples.

Indigenous communities have long led movements rooted in justice, healing, connection, and care for future generations.

Their commitment to protecting culture, land, and community reminds us that liberation is not possible without honoring the wisdom, sovereignty, and self-determination of those who came before us.

08/06/2026

Together with , YWFC brought system-impacted youth to speak directly to the Board of Supervisors about the broken promises made to them, and demand accountability for the changes our communities deserve.

Young people are not just impacted by these systems, we are experts in identifying what needs to change.

We are proud to stand alongside each other as we advocate for dignity, justice, and a future where every young person has the resources, support, and freedom to thrive.

This Saturday, YWFC interns are showcasing their art at a pop-up photo gallery during Street Cred LA's Summer Fest at Ch...
08/05/2026

This Saturday, YWFC interns are showcasing their art at a pop-up photo gallery during Street Cred LA's Summer Fest at Chuco's Justice Center.

Before it became a community hub, Chuco's was a juvenile courthouse where the fate of countless youth was decided. Now, our photos will be displayed inside the very space that once held youth in holding cells, turning a site of confinement into a canvas for possibility.

Stop by anytime between 12–3 PM to check it out.

The Summer Fest will also have backpack giveaways, a petting zoo, high school enrollment help, Narcan training, and more.

08/05/2026

Meet our new guest Kassidi, a YWFC Intern!

In Episode 1 of Kassidi’s Freedom Charter Podcast series, she shares her journey through survival, system involvement, motherhood, and finding her voice through Young Women’s Freedom Center.

Get ready for a new series where Kassidi does not hold back and shares her story about hope, advocacy, and young people opening their wings.
Listen now.

Thank you, , for believing in the power of community-led change. Your partnership helps YWFC continue building leadershi...
08/04/2026

Thank you, , for believing in the power of community-led change.

Your partnership helps YWFC continue building leadership, nurturing collective power, and creating space for currently and formerly incarcerated women and gender expansive youth to lead the movement toward liberation.

Communities do have the power to shape the systems around them!

Black August is about carrying the work forward.We stand on the shoulders of Black freedom fighters, organizers, and vis...
08/01/2026

Black August is about carrying the work forward.

We stand on the shoulders of Black freedom fighters, organizers, and visionaries who showed us that another world is possible.

At YWFC, we carry that legacy by investing in the leadership of systems-impacted young women and gender expansive youth, because we know our communities have always held the answers.

Collective liberation starts with us.

Stop scrolling.Your next favorite conversation is waiting, and some conversations stay with you long after they're over....
07/30/2026

Stop scrolling.

Your next favorite conversation is waiting, and some conversations stay with you long after they're over.

The Freedom Charter Podcast is where truth, healing, and liberation take the mic.

New episodes every Tuesday at 6 PM.

Drop a comment if you tuned in this week!

Address

832 Folsom Street Ste 700
San Francisco, CA
94107

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14157038800

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