Conferences YWCA of the U.S.A. records, Record Group 11. Microfilmed headquarters files

Regional conferences, held in the year prior to a national conference, serve as a forum for delegates to convene, share ideas, and discuss the national emphasis and proposals. Conferences invite speakers to address the chosen theme of the conference and host discussion groups around those themes. In addition, conferences look at how the ideas and aims of the National Board are realized in local associations. Reports and minutes may contain updates from local associations or recommendations for communities. Materials also address the planning of conferences, additions or changes to governing documents, lists of delegates and finance. Conferences discuss the religious emphasis of the YWCA of the U.S.A., international relations and the political world climate and racism and race relations in the YWCA of the U.S.A. The conferences also unite the regions and local associations behind the National emphasis and discuss leadership development.