Empowering young people since 1844
The World Alliance of YMCAs supports and facilitates some 120 national YMCAs and four regional Alliances across the globe, to provide young people with safe spaces and opportunities to take an active role in transforming their communities. Collectively, the YMCA Movement reaches some 65 million people a year.
YMCA Vision
Our vision is a world where every person lives in harmony with self, with society and with creation.
YMCA Mission
The YMCA’s mission is to empower young people and communities worldwide to build a just, sustainable, equitable and inclusive world, where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit.
Latest News
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WHO Youth Council: Dr. Chedom of YMCA Cameroon advocates for health of young people
The overall health of young people seems to be declining, said YMCA Cameroon’s Dr. Sonia...
31/01/2023 -
Michael Henry: ‘I am where I am today’ because of the YMCA
Meet Michael Henry from YMCA Cape Town, South Africa. A long-time YMCA volunteer and progr...
30/01/2023 -
Community Wellbeing: What does it mean for YMCAs?
First article in a YMCA Vision 2030 series explores how YMCAs are uniquely positioned to p...
24/01/2023 -
First Ignite Show shares Vision 2030 information, inspiration
Guide. Inform. Inspire. The first episode in a new series, The Ignite Show did all that ...
17/01/2023 -
Get ready to be inspired: Tune in Tuesday to the live Ignite Show
The global YMCA comes together again – ready to ignite and take the next step on our...
13/01/2023 -
Visiting Geneva, Peter Nasir of the EJ YMCA discusses peace, Vision 2030
Peter Nasir, CEO of the East Jerusalem YMCA, visited World YMCA headquarters in Geneva on ...
11/01/2023