​YWCA’s Amanda Gesing Talks About Transitional Housing and Empowerment

Amanda Gesing, executive director of YWCA Jamestown, speaks this Sunday, March 29, at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Jamestown’s 10:30 a.m. hybrid service. Her message, “From Community Conversation Comes a Space of Empowerment,” highlights how a single conversation about dignity and opportunity sparked the development of expanded transitional housing and a long-term project. Through collaboration, persistence, and community partnership, that initial dialogue evolved into a sustainable model of empowerment that will serve Chautauqua County women and families for generations to come.

Since November 2020, Gesing has led YWCA Jamestown in fulfilling its mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. She oversees all aspects of the organization’s operations while fostering an inclusive and mission-driven culture. A graduate of Northern Kentucky University, she is committed to embedding equity and inclusion into all aspects of nonprofit work and engaging community voices in meaningful ways to drive lasting impact. All are welcome to the service and coffee hour that follows at 1255 Prendergast Avenue. To participate virtually, use the link at UUJamestown.org/calendar.

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