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Human Trafficking Awareness January 1-31, 2026

Join the YWCA in January to bring awareness to human trafficking. Support survivors and be a beacon of hope for victims.

HT Awareness Basketball Games

  • Saturday January 3rd, 2026

  • Lincolnview Lancers vs Van Wert Cougars

  • JV games tip off at Lincolnview High School at 10:00 am (girls then boys to follow)

  • Varsity tips off at Van Wert High School at 4:00 pm (girls then boys to follow)

BLACKOUT Human Trafficking: GLOW BOWL

  • Sunday January 18th from 1 pm - 4 pm Olympic Lanes Van Wert - there’s NO SCHOOL on Monday!

  • Bowl in the dark under black lights - wear your NEON

  • 50/50 raffle and other prizes TBA

Nomination forms for the 2026 Women of Achievement will be available beginning January 5th, 2026. Nominees must either live or work in Van Wert County and be nominated in one of the following categories:

Professional Leadership

Advocacy/Advocate

Women’s Empowerment

Racial Justice

Volunteerism

Youth Development

Civic Dedication

Overcoming Adversity/Obstacles

The first 10 nominees will be honored on March 26, 2026 .Complete details about criteria for each category will be available on nomination forms