| YOUTH EMPOWERMENT & MEANINGFUL WORK | ||
‘Light the Way to the Future of Work for Young People’ The Youth Participation and Leadership Development (YPLD) of the Asia Pacific YMCA observed International Youth Day on August 12th by organizing a webinar on "Light the Way to the Future of Work for Young People." It brought together 93 participants from various YMCAs in 19 countries across the Asia-Pacific region for meaningful discussions focused on the theme. Read more | ||
YMCA Manila’s Youth Committee Elevates Young Leaders and Gender Equality The Youth Leadership and Development Committee (YLDC) of the YMCA of Manila, under the leadership of its Chair, Czieloh Villajin, has successfully orchestrated two significant projects in 2024, demonstrating their commitment to empowering youth and promoting gender equality. Read more | ||
“From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development” The 2024 International Youth Day was celebrated in Myanmar YMCA Hall 104 on August 12, 2024, with 80 young participants. The event's theme, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” was in line with the 2024 International Youth Day theme. Read more | ||
"Clean Spaces, Happy Faces: Let's Keep our Surrounding Clean" Savar Young Men`s Christian Association organized a two-day social awareness program in their community in Savar Upazila on 23-24 August 2024 by cleaning the area causing health problems. Read more | ||
| COMMUNITY WELLBEING | ||
Series of Activities Organized by the YMCA Cuttack August is the busiest month for the YMCA of Cuttack, India. In August, a series of activities, such as the Inter School Literary Competition, YMCA Cuttack's participation in the Cuttack Badminton Premier League, and a one-day Retreat for youth, were organized. Read more | ||
| PARTNERSHIP AND NETWORKING | ||
The 74th Y’s Men International Convention was held in Chiang Mai, Thailand GS Nam Boo-Won received YMI ToF grant for YMCA Global Peace and Ecology Center The 74th Y’s Men International Convention and Festival was held in Chiang Mai, Thailand with over 500 participants from around the world. The event, held after a six-year gap due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was hosted by both the Y’s Men’s Club of Chiang Mai and the YMCA of Chiang Mai. Read more | ||
| JUST WORLD | ||
Fabric as Social Identity: An initiative of YMCA Lahore and Beaconhouse National University The textiles of a region represent its history, politics, and culture, just as the location of a city's buildings carries meaning. The YMCA building in Lahore represents the city's identity as a hub for poets, artists, and visionaries. An exhibition will be held from October 4 to November 8, 2024. Read more | ||
Interfaith Cooperation Forum Organized Conflict Sensitivity Training The Interfaith Cooperation Forum (ICF), in collaboration with YMCA Cambodia and the Cooperation Committee for Cambodia (CCC), successfully hosted the Peace Institute Training of Trainers (ToT) on the Conflict Sensitivity Approach in Development and Peacebuilding. Read more | ||
Women's Y Sportsfest: Championing Gender Equality in Athletics In an initiative aligned with International Women's Month, the YLDC, in partnership with the Gender Equity Committee (GEC), launched the Women's Y Sportsfest in March 2024. This event addresses the historical disparities in recognition and opportunities for women in sports in the Philippines. Read more | ||
ANNOUNCEMENT | ||
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Virtual Gathering of the World Fellowship of YMCA Retirees(WFYR) Theme: YMCAs in Asia and the Pacific: Opportunities and Challenges Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 8PM Korea Time To register for the Zoom, please click here | ||
| Are you interested to register at the NAYDO Academy? Click here to register before 7th September | ||
An unexpected fire broke out at the
YMCA International Centre in Sri Lanka; buildings are partially damaged!
