Youth Unify 2026
In August, more than 100 young people and leaders from 15 countries gathered in Magnetsried, Germany, for Youth Unify 2026. Guided by the theme “Unique and United: Discovering Our Superpowers…
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AI, Ethics, and Democracy: Youth Leaders Shaping the Digital Future
On 23–24 August, the Generation Next Summer School in Dresden included a dedicated two-day module on artificial intelligence, ethics and digital skills, developed within the framework of YMCA Europe’s partnership…
YMCA’s Mark Healy Begins European Youth Forum Board Mandate
Mark Healy (Ireland) has begun his two-year mandate on the Board of the European Youth Forum, representing YMCA within Europe’s largest platform of youth organisations. Elected at the European Youth…
Beyond Laptops: Bringing Digital Hubs to Life at the 7th European Youth Workers Camp
On Monday 12th, the workshop kicked off at the 7th European Youth Workers Camp in Germany, bringing over 80 youth leaders and campers together from 16 countries across Europe to…
Step Back to Reconnect: Inside the OASIS Digital Wellbeing Retreat
On July 3, 15 young adults gathered near the quiet canopy of Brussels’ Sonian Forest, laid down their smartphones, and asked a critical question: “Am I using my device, or…
Tools for a More Resilient Community: Resources from the Disaster Resilience Days
Last month we joined the Disaster Resilience Days, an event organised by the European Commission’s CERIS group, gathering projects working on disaster preparedness across Europe. We came back with a…
Closing Europe’s Digital Divide: Inside the Hubs Turning Policy Targets into Real-World Impact
While Europe debates the digital skills gap, proven solutions are already emerging; the European Union has set an ambitious Digital Decade target for 80% of people aged 16 to 74…
Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators: YMCA Gabrovo is Shaping Young Leaders and Entrepreneurs
In the heart of Bulgaria, the YMCA Gabrovo digital hub is proving that when you combine technology, structured skilling, and local community support, real transformation happens. Under the YMCA Europe…
Expanding Digital Horizons: 23 New Digital Hubs in 2026 Are Transforming European Communities
In an increasingly digitised world, access to technology and digital literacy is no longer a luxury—it is an essential foundation for employment, education, and active citizenship. Throughout 2026, the partnership…
YMCA Europe at the 2026 World Council
More than 1,300 YMCA leaders, young people, staff members and partners gathered in Toronto from 19 to 25 July for the 2026 YMCA World Council. Over 240 participants came from…