Anti-Racism Practice Certification
YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism.
Through our Anti-Racism Practice Certification, we encourage learners at all levels of their social justice journey to join us in deepening understanding to better show up for our community and create a more inclusive society together.
The Certification Experience
Anti-racism work is a lifelong journey. We encourage participants at all stages of that journey to join us.
We ask that Anti-Racism Practice Certification participants come ready to:
Develop a deeper understanding of anti-racist language
Think critically about how social norms promote systems of oppression
Recognize common ways communities and organizations avoid meaningful anti-racism practices
Think critically about anti-Blackness and other oppressive tactics
Consider various paths to collective liberation
Integrate restorative practices into their individual lives and organizations
After completing the certification, we hope you will carry this work with you beyond the virtual classroom, commit to ongoing learning, and use what you’ve learned to better your community.
Our Cohort Model
YWCA's unique cohort model gives attendees the opportunity to network and build relationships with other passionate advocates over the course of the certification training.
Relational and interactive, our cohort model provides brave space for attendees to learn and grow together.
Upcoming Cohorts
Winter 2026
February 5th to February 20th, 2026
Winter Schedule:
Spring 2026
April 16th to May 1st, 2026
Spring Schedule:
FAQs
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The certification is $350 per person.
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We would love to have you make up the missing course the next time it is offered! Email us what course you missed and we will get you registered.
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We do not record our workshops to keep the brave space. All workshops are live and interactive with group engagement.
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The cohort is two weeks of social justice workshops that are 22 hours total. See above for the workshops scheduled during the cohorts.