The people of Nagorno Karabakh (Artsakh) are going through difficult times, as they lost their homes. Being blockaded for 10 months and facing another war brought them to a completely new reality, where they became refugees. Young people of YMCA Artsakh were very active in social work during the blockade and the wartime. Young people…
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In a significant gathering of 28 leaders from 25 different countries, held in the picturesque setting of Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, the focus was clear: “Consultants Training: Measuring Impact with, for, and by Youth Organizations.” Over the course of five intensive days (19th to 24th of September), this diverse group of participants embarked on a transformative journey,…
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On Sunday, September 24th, thousands of ethnic Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh began their mass exodus toward Armenia, after Azerbaijan’s military operation grabbing the control of the region from the Russian military, stationed in the region. The ethnic cleansing of 120’000 Armenians is in the making. Armenia stands ready to welcome all the refugees, but hardly it…
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More than 80 young volunteers/leaders between 16 and 30, from different European YMCAs will meet in the YMCA Camp Michelstadt (near Frankfurt/M), Germany. You will share your experiences in youth work in different social backgrounds, you will present your youth work, you will discover diversity as a treasure for yourself and for the society, you…
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In a world that’s increasingly reliant on technology, access to digital resources has become more critical than ever. Recognizing the importance of this, YMCA recently embarked on an initiative to connect thousands of people with computers in partnership with HP Inc – a donation of 5,373 laptops to the Republic of Moldova. The primary focus…
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Every year, CVJM (YMCA) Bayern gathers families in Waging to create memorable and enriching experiences together. Nestled amid the picturesque lake and mountains, life in tents brings you closer to nature and provides a unique opportunity for reflection and creative thinking. What truly sets this family camp apart is its people – a supportive, open,…
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The sixth YMCA Youth Unify camp was held just outside of Budapest from the 20th to the 26th of August. It was attended by 62 participants from 8 different nations (Czech Republic, England, Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Ukraine, Colombia and Egypt, and was hosted by the wonderful, creative and generous KIE Hungary! Youth Unify is a…
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Between August 26th and 29th, in Lipno, Poland, a Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Training Camp took place with a total of 46 participants. Among them were 39 children hailing from Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine, some of whom were from refugees families. The event was organized by YMCA Europe Mission in Poland, with collaboration from sports clubs MONSTERS from…
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Welcome to the August edition of the YMCA Europe newsletter! As we soak up the last rays of summer, we’re super excited to bring you the freshest updates and stories from all across the continent. This month, we’re putting the spotlight on the awesome ways camps, helping young people thrive, and skill-building projects are making…
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YMCA Czech Republic emerged as one of the pioneers to get involved in the Camp Europe pilot initiative. Demonstrating an unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality programs for Ukrainian children, the organization elaborated an immersive camp experience that created unforgettable memories for those most in need of such enriching engagements. Over the span of a month-long…
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