On the 12th of October, our representatives began their journey to visit and meet the team at YMCA Serbia, reconnect, share stories and be inspired by the incredible sessions at the local Digital Community Hub. The Hub is located in the town of Backi Petrovac, Vojvodina region. Powered by HP, the YMCA established their digital…
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From the 13th-16th of October, our representatives have been present at the West Balkan Initiative meeting, hosted by YMCA Kosovo. The program sessions were designed around the integration of the mission, and vision of the participating YMCAs from North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo and Serbia – and the establishment of a bright and flourishing future together…
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YMCA Malta presents Ego Sum: Redefining Homelessness – Beyond Labels, Unveiling Humanity’s Collective Identity. After a year of interviewing 50 individuals who have experienced homelessness, including migrants and refugees living in their shelters and those supported in the community, YMCA Malta has launched the Multi-Venue Exhibition, “Ego Sum: The Face of Homelessness.” Over several years…
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From October 4th to 5th, we had the privilege of being hosted at the European Committee of the Regions for the ‘All Together for European Elections 2024‘ event. This event was organized by the Directorate-General for Communication of the European Parliament, specifically the Youth Outreach Unit, Civil Society Outreach Unit, Cultural Outreach Unit, and Strategic…
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Building Bridges to the Digital Future: Transforming Communities through Education in the West Balkans In recent years, the YMCAs in the West Balkans, powered by HP, have spearheaded a remarkable transformation in the field of education and engagement within the digital landscape. Across several countries in the region, YMCA has been at the forefront of…
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In the face of adversity brought on by the war in Ukraine, the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians has shone through as an inspiring 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 YMCA and…
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It is a pleasure to welcome you to check out our recent endeavors during this September 2023 issue of the YMCA Europe newsletter! This autumn has been a prosperous time for our ongoing programs – from peace-building initiatives to accelerating digital equity, supporting the communities affected by war and conflict, and growing further in relevance…
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The Communications and Advocacy Meeting organised by World YMCA took place between the 27-30th of September, with the main goal to unite communications leads and professionals, exchange good practices, and discuss branding and future strategies in line with our joint mission and Vision 2030. It is always a great pleasure to come together within our…
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The initial year was very successful for Camp Europe with 16 projects implemented by partner organizations across the continent. And we are already setting sights on 2024 – major kick-off expected to take place in charming Toledo, Spain on April 15 – 21, 2024. “Campacity” will bring together up to 60 Camp Leaders from Europe…
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At the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, YMCA Volyn (Lutsk, Ukraine) and Unlocking Communities began their work together. Twenty months into the war, with the help of YMCA Europe, they reached over 250,000 people in all regions of Ukraine, supporting Ukrainians with the most necessary items to survive the war. Learn more about…
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