Movement Strengthening is at the core of YMCA Europe’s commitment to building a vibrant, resilient, and future-ready YMCA movement across the continent. It is a long-term, intentional approach to strengthening National Movements so they can grow sustainably, deepen their community impact, and confidently advance the collective YMCA Mission. Rooted in the belief that strong organisations…
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YMCA Europe’s Executive Committee is where strategic decisions are made. Not advisory. Not symbolic. YMCA Europe Board (Executive Committee) sets direction for the movement across Europe. It influences priorities, partnerships, funding approaches, and long-term positioning on issues that affect young people directly. That work requires more than experience on paper. It requires perspective from the…
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In November and December 2025, YMCA, in partnership with HP, piloted a new, school-centred approach to digital inclusion, bringing learning directly into classrooms and engaging both students and teachers where it matters most. By leveraging a robust network of local YMCAs, our joint Digital Equity initiative marked a shift from hub-based access to direct school…
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In 2025, YMCA Europe continued to expand its digital presence, connecting with and engaging more people than ever across our online platforms, while connecting and providing the latest updates to our online community. Through a diverse content strategy with a strong emphasis on video and storytelling, our reach and interaction grew significantly. From social media…
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The Friends of YMCA Europe campaign was launched at the General Assembly in May 2025. Eight months on, the results are clear and encouraging. So far, 40 individuals from 15 countries have made pledges totalling €27,364. Contributions vary in size, but the message is consistent: there is trust in the work of YMCA Europe and…
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As the new year begins, it also opens a renewed space for cooperation and joint work across the YMCA movement. With this in mind, we gathered a selection of funding opportunities that we consider particularly relevant and promising for local and national YMCAs seeking to expand their capacity, activities, and areas of expertise. Erasmus+ Programme…
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From 11 to 15 January 2025, members of the SAMS (Strategic Alignment and Membership Strengthening) global partnership gathered in Stockholm, Sweden, for a three-day working meeting focused on advancing the next phase of SAMS implementation and strengthening coordination across the global YMCA movement. Participants included representatives from YMCA Europe, AAY, APAY, YMCA LAC, YMCA Canada,…
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Building Power, Not Just Access: YMCA’s Work in Digital Equity and Youth Participation in Albania. A recent visit to Albania underscored a fundamental truth: digital equity and youth voice are not separate agendas, but essential pillars of genuinely inclusive societies. Across Berat and Tirana, as well as other Digital Hubs across the country, YMCA’s work…
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EQUA Hub Opens in Msida to Strengthen Digital Access as Part of YMCA Malta’s Long-Term Community Work. On 12 January, YMCA and YWCA Malta officially opened the EQUA Hub in Msida. The hub is a refurbished community space offering practical digital skilling, a safe and inclusive environment, and access to professional support services, including mental…
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YMCA Europe is pleased to announce that the General Assembly 2026 will take place in Malta from 14 to 17 May 2026. The General Assembly will be hosted at AX Odycy Hotel, located in Qawra, Malta, and will bring together YMCA leaders and representatives from across Europe for four days of governance, exchange and connection.…
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