YWCA Central Alabama and Ureeka Empower Women of Color to Start Their Own Business
Apply for second cohort of the self-paced, 6-week program
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The ongoing coronavirus pandemic sits at the center of an economic downturn described by the
New York Times as a she-cession.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported a record high, double-digit unemployment rate for women. Women of color have been especially hard hit as more than half of the 20 million-plus jobs lost last April were held by women.
Comedienne Joy, who is known for her Bham Eat. Drink. Ride. Food Tours and Dining Out with Comedienne Joy television show, is a member of the first class of YWCA Central Alabama s WE360 Business Essentials program.