The YMCA’s Skilling and Support program continues to empower and uplift Ukraine`s next generation facing the challenges brought on by war and displacement. Through courses in 3D modeling, programming, and art, young people like Taras and Anastasia are finding new pathways to growth and personal fulfillment in a safe space, hosted by YMCA Zdolbuniv. These…
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YMCA’s Life-Changing Skilling and Support for Ukraine showcases the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians as they overcome adversity brought on by the war, standing as a testament to human strength and determination. These stories of triumph and transformation are not just tales of survival but also of personal growth, fueled by the unwavering support of the…
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In the YMCA we strive create programs to empower and inspire young leaders to develop initiatives and support their communities, and most importantly, acquire hands-on leadership and advocacy skills. From the 1st to the 7th of September, we had the pleasure of bringing together 26 young leaders, staff and volunteers from YMCAs across Europe to…
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YMCA’s Life-Changing Skilling and Support for Ukraine showcases the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians as they overcome adversity brought on by the war, standing as a testament to human strength and determination. These stories of triumph and transformation are not just tales of survival but also of personal growth, fueled by the unwavering support of the…
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Held at YMCA Shepherds Field from the 1st to the 4th of August 2024, Camp Hope provided young people in Palestine a space to unwind and connect, organized by the East Jerusalem YMCA within the framework of YMCA Camp Europe program to offer vital support for participants facing daily challenges. Overview In a region where…
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How YMCA Camp Europe Shaped My Path to Lead Camp Harmony 3.0, Fostering Peace and Unity Across Borders. My history with camps started many years ago and I want to tell you how it ended up with me as a camp director of Camp Harmony 3.0 I was sent to camps by my parents when…
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On September 7, 2024, YMCA Europe team held an induction meeting at the American University of Armenia (AUA) with the YMCA Scholarship recipients for the 2024-25 academic year. In addition to welcoming the new students, YMCA Europe also extended their gratitude to the prior scholarship recipients, now AUA alumni, by awarding them certificates of appreciation…
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YMCA Setúbal recently celebrated the opening of two significant initiatives aimed at supporting local communities: a new crèche and a social business incubator. The inauguration ceremony, which took place with the esteemed presence of the Secretary of State for Inclusion, Ana Sofia Antunes, marks a key milestone in YMCA Setúbal’s ongoing commitment to social innovation…
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Succession Planning in a Civil Society Organisation does not mean planning success, although it actually does. The words “succession” and “success” have the same Latin root: from sub– “next to” + cēdō “go, move” (Wiktionary). Indeed, proper succession planning often defines the success of an organisation. Succession Planning is a critical element for sustainability of…
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Empowering communities through strategic partnership: nonprofit, public, and private collaboration for lasting change. Last week, we had the privilege of visiting four YMCA Spain centers in Zaragoza, alongside our dedicated YMCA staff and valued strategic partners from HP Inc. This visit was not only inspiring but also deeply enriching, offering us a firsthand look at…
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