Pillar 2:
Meaningful
Work
We work with young people and communities on equitable education, training and employment opportunities
66%
of young people worldwide do not have digital skills (World Skills Clock)
29%
of young women are not in education, employment or training (young men: 14%) (UN)
104 million
young people live on less than USD 1.90 a day
Our latest Meaningful Work news
Feature Story
What makes work Meaningful?
This second article in a YMCA Vision 2030 series explores how YMCAs can positively impact employment.
Read the full storyOur case studies and projects
Take a look at some of the ways we address Meaningful Work:
Layla Riddoch Case Study
From youth club attendee to an accomplished staff member: The story of Layla Riddoch exemplifies the approach of YMCA Tayside to Meaningful Work.
Efo Korku Case Study
How the YMCA Filmmaking Project transformed the professional development of Efo Korku of YMCA Ghana.
Our three Meaningful Work goals
Our Belief
The YMCA Movement believes that all young people deserve the right to learn, engage in flexible dignified and meaningful work, and build sustainable livelihoods.
Our Pledge
The YMCA commits to creating, expanding and advocating meaningful, just and equitable education, training, employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the transition to the new economies.