From Earth Hour to Earth Day- Climate Action Campaign 2025

We are excited to inform you that the Asia Pacific YMCA launched a 31-Day Climate Action Challenge beginning with Earth Hour 22 March and continue with a daily climate action challenge till Earth Day on 22 April to raise awareness on global warming and our action towards averting this climate crisis. Join us to take meaningful action for our planet! Read more

Skills Oasis for Employment Batch 2 Concludes in Kalaw

The Myanmar YMCA successfully wrapped up the Skills Oasis for Employment Youth Camp on March 18, 2025, after an immersive and transformative eight-day program in the picturesque town of Kalaw, Shan State. Held from March 11 to 19, 2025, this impactful initiative brought together 27 young participants from the Yangon region, empowering them with essential soft skills for both personal growth and career advancement. Read more

“In a world awash with uncertainty and division, your passion, your voice and your resilience are needed more than ever. In your journey of advocacy, your resilience will be your greatest ally. Resilience is not about denying the pain of setbacks, the sting of rejection, or the weight of exhaustion.” Zoe, a regular contributor to the Y’s WhyNot Platform and a program attendee of Y Australia, shares her insights. Discover more

For ALL Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment- #Accelerate Action

The celebration of International Women’s Day in 2025 was met with great enthusiasm by various organizations and institutions under the theme: For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment, accompanied by a campaign theme “Accelerate Action”.The Gender Equity Committee (GEC) of the Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs (APAY) organized a special webinar emphasizing the acceleration of this theme. Read more

National Gender & Women’s Assembly Organized by the NCY India

The National Council of YMCAs of India organized the National Gender & Women’s Assembly & International Women’s Day Celebration at YMCA Camp Centre, Yelagiri, hosted by YMCA Boys Division, Tirupattur during March 7-9, 2025. There were 125 participants representing 35 local YMCAs who participated in the Assembly. Read more

Local YMCAs of Bangladesh Celebrated International Women’s Day

On March 8, 2025, the local YMCAs celebrated International Women’s Day with enthusiasm and commitment to gender equality. Engaging activities included Life Story Sharing, cultural activities, Ice-Breaking Sessions, and Rallies. Read more

YMCA Madurai organized an inclusive Women's Day celebration

YMCA Madurai organized an inclusive Women's Day celebration under the auspices of the YMCA Madurai Gender Concerns Committee on 15th March 2025 at the hill view Chellamuthu Gardens, Alagarkoil, Madurai. Read more

YMCA Global Gathering: Advancing gender equity

Advancing gender equity is not just a women’s issue - it impacts all of us. That was a key takeaway from the virtual YMCA Global Gathering held on 6 March to mark International Women’s Day - a conversation on inspiring action around gender equity and building a more Just World. Read more

An Initiative to Respond to Mental Health by the YMCA Myanmar

In today's society, counseling has emerged as a vital resource in fostering mental health and overall well-being. As awareness of mental health grows, counseling becomes increasingly vital in providing individuals with the support, guidance, and tools needed to navigate life's challenges. Read more

Committee on Movement Strengthening Consultation and Strategic Planning

The Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs’ Committee on Movement Strengthening conducted a Movement Strengthening Consultation on March 6-8, 2025 at the YMCA of Hong Kong. The development of MS Coordination and Strategic Planning in the Asia and Pacific region was the main objective. This aligns with the efforts to develop a coordination framework and system for long-term support of the movement-strengthening process. Read more

YMCA Timor Leste

The second board meeting of YMCA Timor Leste was held on 01 March 2025 at YMCA Youth Center, Terra Santa, with 2/3 out of 11 board members participating in the meeting. The main agenda for the meeting was to discuss the challenges the movement is facing and develop solutions. Read more

YMCA Cuttack

YMCA Cuttack hosted a short-boundary cricket tournament alongside a youth badminton competition. Guests and YMCA members from both secular and faith-based institutions attended the events to inspire and support the participants as well as the organizers. Read more

Building Bridges of Faith and Fellowship: Asian YMCA Christian Mission Network in Singapore

On 16 - 18 January 2025, Metropolitan YMCA and YMCA of Singapore had the privilege of hosting the core group of the Asia YMCA Christian Mission Network (AYCMN) Conference for its meeting in Singapore. As the host, Metropolitan YMCA helped set the stage for a meaningful gathering, organising a welcome dinner while seamlessly facilitating the programme for the core group for the duration of their stay. Read more

Amelia Cheong Participant in the 40th Advanced Studies Program shares her reflections and Insights

"The Advanced Studies Program (ASP) has been an enlightening journey, deepening my understanding of YMCA’s mission and its global impact. It reinforced the importance of sustainability, interfaith dialogue, and community empowerment while emphasizing the need for effective governance and collaboration within YMCA KL," says Amelia.  Read more

Photo courtesy: https://meteo24news.gr/english-edition/

Recent news and footage have brought to light the devastating impact of a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck parts of Myanmar and Thailand. In Myanmar, over 2000 people have been reported dead, with thousands more injured. Buildings, bridges, and roads have been destroyed, leaving many areas inaccessible. We are appealing for your swift and compassionate action to mobilize your networks and resources to support the Myanmar YMCA’s humanitarian relief initiative. Read more