At YMCA Europe, education is not just a tool; it’s a cornerstone for achieving our strategic objectives. We view education as a powerful instrument for empowering youth and enhancing the capacity of youth civil society organisations. The Movement Strengthening Strategy of YMCA Europe underscores the importance of both non-formal and formal educational events as critical…
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Gaming nowadays is so much more than a simple leisure activity – it builds unique skills and develops future ready competences. Turning a recreation avenue into a simultaneous education journey offers unprecedented opportunities for both – students and teachers. On February 27th (12.00 CET) we are going LIVE with a dynamic webinar featuring Mayank Dhingra,…
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YMCA and HP team-up in Moldova to empower educators for the benefit of modern youth. YMCA, a global youth organization, and HP, a leading technology company, are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking project in Moldova aimed at fostering digitalization and equity among young people. This strategic alliance, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks…
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Discover the power of Mindful Bytes game – now available for you! Mindful Bytes is a card game – a tool supporting young people, youth workers and educators in facilitating discussions about digital well-being and related topics. And we are proud to announce its launch in digital format (desktop & App) – developed by Accenture.…
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Are you seeking the best ways to connect with youth? Do you want to be updated about the latest challenges that youth is having in their personal life? Please join our webinar! Rob van Loon (the Netherlands) is a motivational speaker and specialised in everything connected with youth empowerment. He travels the world to coach…
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Join us LIVE on February 22nd at 3 pm CET for an inspiring webinar and discover firsthand how YMCA is making a difference through support, projects and activities, including the integration of Ukrainian refugees. Be part of our story of resilience, compassion and impactful initiatives. Save the date for an insightful session on our commitment…
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The Refugee Skilling and Support program is truly a game-changing opportunity in the communities affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the neighbouring counties of Romania, Slovakia and Moldova. The eDU Hubs and Mobile Youth Centres, powered by Accenture Foundation are working daily – in an attempt to provide learning, upskilling and community integration.…
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In a global landscape marked by rapid change and diverse challenges, empowering youth with the necessary skills and values is crucial for fostering a better future. Recently, we had the privilege of participating in the Essentials of Non-Formal Education Training Course 2024, organized by the Council of Europe at the European Youth Centre Budapest. The…
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Our January Newsletter awaits you, and we guarantee it will provide you with a fresh insight into our ongoing programs and initiatives! New beginnings are always promising, however, we continue to cherish the incredible impact our community has observed over 2023, from our growing numbers on our social and communications platforms to novel partnerships with…
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On January 29th, our Secretary General, Juan Simoes Iglesias, had a constructive meeting at the European Commission with Mr. Margaritis Schinas, Vice-President of the European Commission and acting European Commissioner for International Partnerships, responsible for promoting the European Way of Life. The meeting showed more clearly than ever the close ties between our YMCAs across…
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