In Remembrance - Diann DeWeese Smith

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago mourns the loss of Diann DeWeese Smith, founder of the YWCA's Loop Center and its executive director from 1969-1977. Ms. Smith was a lifelong feminist and was instrumental in creating many of the programs and services YWCA Metropolitan Chicago offers today. We pledge to honor Ms. Smith's legacy by continuing our committment to women and girls in metropolitan Chicago. Click here to learn more about Ms. Smith and her legacy.