The United by Sports & Culture YMCA Summer Camp in Poland (7th -13th July), part of the Camp Europe program, was held in Olsztyn, a city known for its lakes and forests, 220 km north of Warsaw. Organized together with Monsters Club Warszawa, a traditional partner of YMCA, the camp benefited 26 children from the…
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Empowering Governance: A Guide for Newly Elected NGO Board Members Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are often founded with passion and a vision to create positive change in the world. This initial drive frequently leads to success, which founders and members strive to sustain to remain relevant and effective for the communities they serve. As NGOs, we…
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YMCA and HP collaborate to enhance digital access in Ukraine with HyperX devices. We are pleased to share some of the recent activities by the YMCA Ukraine team as they prepare to distribute the HP HyperX device donations across communities in Ukraine. These efforts aim to enhance digital access and support young people and students,…
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Another month filled with exciting news from across the continent and beyond, as the summer camp season is kicking off, we would like to shed some light on the exciting opportunities and programs of June. From digitalisation to initiatives in the field of peace-building, as well as creating community-led events, aligned with the pillars of…
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YMCA at Forum Europa events: bridging policy dialogue and innovation in Brussels. Forum Europa is a leading platform based in Brussels, dedicated to fostering dialogue and collaboration on key policy issues within the European Union. Known for organizing high-profile events, conferences, and forums, Forum Europa brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to discuss and…
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Summer is here, and as the temperatures rise, the Camp Europe team also reaches the busiest (and exciting!) period of the year. After months of fundraising, planning, and strategizing, Camp Europe 2024 is ready to commence. YMCA Europe has received 27 proposals from partner organisations all over Europe. Based on technical recommendations, the YMCA Europe…
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Empowering Communities: YMCA’s Collaborative Journey Towards Digital Equity YMCA, powered by HP, continues to drive change by promoting digitalization and IT skills, ensuring equity in our ever-evolving digital world. Our partnerships are integral to this mission. We diligently research and select partners who embody integrity, passion, and commitment. We are honoured to work with diverse…
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The National Camp Counselor Training by YMCA Ukraine brought together in Lutsk (May 24 to 26), camp leaders from various YMCA branches across the country and has left a lasting impression on its participants. According to their feedback, several sessions stood out as particularly impactful and enjoyable. Here are some of the main sessions that…
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Strengthening Youth Empowerment: YMCA Kosovo’s Meeting with Prime Minister Mr. Albin Kurti. The meeting focused on discussing various activities of YMCA Kosovo and its partnerships across Europe, including representatives from Ulster University in Ireland who were present at the meeting. The mixed delegation emphasized the importance of youth work, research, and peacebuilding. The conversation naturally…
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YMCA Community Digital Hubs and HP Partnership: A Month of Impact and Engagement in Kosovo. The past month has been a vibrant and productive period for YMCA Kosovo, with young people actively participating in their three digital hubs located in Prishtina, Peja, and Gjakova. Alongside their engagement, YMCA Kosovo has conducted numerous awareness and community…
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