Seizing the opportunity in crisis
We are reimagining the YMCA - and the world - in the face of Covid: it’s a golden opportunity for...
Covid and the YMCA: the journey travelled, the way ahead
“#WeShallOvercome. What is more, I honestly believe we will #BuildBackBetter”, said World YMCA Secretary General Carlos Sanvee in a message...
‘Reimagination’ in the face of Covid: YMCA ‘Padare’
From ‘Recovery’ to ‘Reimagination’ in the face of Covid: YMCA ‘Padare’ talks discuss three big questions in July and August...
YMCA builds reading and writing skills
8 September is International Literacy Day. Literacy is at the core of education. Yet many children, teenagers and even adults...
Beirut: YMCA supporting families in coming back home
On Tuesday 4 August 2020, a massive explosion destroyed thousands of homes and buildings in Beirut, killing 178 people and...
When the roots are deep, there are no reasons to fear the wind…
“Roof for Roots”, the YMCA Europe Roots for Peace Award 2020 Winner Project was implemented by YMCA Georgia at Camp...
Week of Prayer 2020
Since 1904, the World YMCA and World YWCA have traditionally collaborated together for the World Week of Prayer and World...
Young people as the promoters of democracy and multilateralism
Recently, I had the pleasure to represent the World YMCA in the SAP Purpose Network Live event, which was organized...
YMCA Youth-Led Solutions launches
Today, YMCA is launching the Youth-Led Solutions initiative, to activate young leaders to address global issues. https://youtu.be/RDQkuN8rrxA Aligned with the United Nations...
The World YMCA marks the 165th Anniversary of the signing of The Paris Basis
Geneva, 19 August 2020. This week marks the 165th anniversary of the moment when, on 22nd August 1855, representatives from the...
NBA Coaches – Online program
Gates, Pierce and Kokoškov Among Those to Feature in Jr. NBA Coaches – Online Program Hosted on Jr. NBA OWQLO...
Resilient Leaders Series Playbook
World YMCA is proud to release the Resilient Leaders Series Playbook The Playbook captures the learnings from our Resilient Leaders series, held in...