2024 was a year that saw YMCA Europe directly training and impacting the lives of more than 18,700 young people, across 35 activities held in 11 countries. We have touched over 490,000 beneficiaries and supported our members creating spaces where they could meet, share and work together for a better future for youth and their…
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In 2024, YMCA Serbia’s Digital Community Hub program made significant progress in fostering digital literacy, safety, and equity. By leveraging the mobility of the digital hub, the program reached diverse and underserved populations, providing transformative learning experiences. Expanding Digital Literacy Across Vojvodina YMCA Serbia`s Digital Community Hub program focused on equipping students and educators with…
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YMCA Europe’s Movement Strengthening Committee is pleased to present a public update on the key milestones achieved in 2024! This document aims to inform and inspire National Movements, fostering collaboration in our collective journey to strengthen YMCAs across Europe. The Movement Strengthening Update 2024 provides valuable insights into initiatives such as the Impact Measurement Tool,…
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In 2024, through its Digital Community Hub – YMCA Bitola strengthened its efforts in addressing the challenges of digital literacy and inclusion in North Macedonia, where digital literacy rates remain below the EU average. While urban areas have shown improvement, rural communities and marginalized groups continue to face significant barriers in accessing digital education, highlighting…
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The workshop will bring together delegates from 19 countries to share experiences, exchange best practices, and explore ways to advance digital equity, skilling and community engagement. The event will feature the official launch of the YMCA Digital Hub Bratislava, discussions on HP LIFE & Gaming Garage content, and practical guidance from the “How to Open…
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At YMCA, we believe in empowering young people to develop the skills and confidence they need to shape their futures. One innovative way to achieve this is by integrating gaming as a tool for education, inclusion, and skill-building. The rise of esports and gaming platforms has opened new doors for young people, offering unique opportunities to…
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From December 14 to 17, our YMCA Europe Communications and Partnerships team had the chance to connect and discuss strategies, as well as meet in person in a fantastic setting at the newly established YMCA Romania Hub. The meeting brought together our decentralised team and offered an opportunity for everyone to chat, focus on the…
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YMCA Europe invites all interested YMCA organisations to apply for Camp Capacity Building Conference “Campacity”, to be implemented within the framework of “Camp Europe” project. Full information and Call for Participants, here.
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In 2024, YMCA Europe launched the 6th cohort of Leadership Academy, an international long-term training course aimed at strengthening the skills of young leaders in the field of non-formal education. Under the title: “Youth Educates: Strengthening the Capacity of Youth Civil Society Organisations to Run Non-Formal Education Activities,” the project was co-funded by the European…
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