On 7 May, YMCA Europe had the opportunity to attend “Two Truths and a Take”, hosted at Microsoft’s headquarters in Brussels and organised in collaboration with LinkedIn. The event created…
Greenhill YMCA has a long-standing tradition of outdoor programming, creating opportunities for both individuals and volunteers to grow, learn, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment. Summertime means Adventure…
From April 15 to 19, 2026, the charming landscape at YMCA Camp Brevik in Sweden came alive with 87 dedicated camping professionals and enthusiasts from 19 countries across Europe and…
From 6–8 March, YMCA leaders, staff and young people from across Scotland gathered for GEN26 — YMCA Scotland’s General Assembly and the first national gathering under the GEN26 name. Over…
February 25th, YMCA Europe participated in the stakeholder dialogue of the Committee on Culture and Education (CULT) at the European Parliament, contributing to the discussion on the future of the…
The 2026 EU funding programmes are now officially open, this is not simply another funding cycle, but is a strategic moment that will determine programme continuity, staff capacity, partnerships, and…
Movement Strengthening is at the core of YMCA Europe’s commitment to building a vibrant, resilient, and future-ready YMCA movement across the continent. It is a long-term, intentional approach to strengthening…
In 2025, YMCA Europe continued to expand its digital presence, connecting with and engaging more people than ever across our online platforms, while connecting and providing the latest updates to…
As the new year begins, it also opens a renewed space for cooperation and joint work across the YMCA movement. With this in mind, we gathered a selection of funding…
From 11 to 15 January 2025, members of the SAMS (Strategic Alignment and Membership Strengthening) global partnership gathered in Stockholm, Sweden, for a three-day working meeting focused on advancing the…
