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Y-AI Strategy

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Why AI? Why the YMCA?

Real or AI? This image is, in fact, AI-generated; in the near future, YMCAs worldwide will integrate AI to better serve their communities in new and innovative ways.
The world is changing. So is the YMCA.

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how communities learn, connect and grow. The YMCA must be ready to not only respond but to lead. This is foundational to our Vision 2030 efforts & moving towards being an impact-driven movement.

AI should connect people, not isolate them. It can strengthen how we share knowledge, build trust and reach one another across distance, language, and context.

Learn-a-Thon approach

In June, we’re holding the first Y-AI Learn-A-Thon, a global gathering for YMCA staff and volunteers to explore how AI can support our mission.

During this session, participants will:

  • Learn how YMCAs are already using AI
  • Share real-world use cases, both successes and challenges
  • Co-create ideas, tools, and ethical practices for future use

 

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Did you know?

34 million AI-generated images are created daily (Forbes)

Our four strategic priorities

Our foundation for exploring, applying and leading with Artificial Intelligence consists of four main priorities.

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