Youth Matters Awards 2023

Youth Matters Awards 2023

What an incredible night it was at the 14th Annual Youth Matters Awards hosted by YMCA England & Wales on Friday, November 3, 2023! Held at Chelsea Football Club in London, the event brought together 450 members of the YMCA Federation for an unforgettable evening...
Leaders for Life with YMCA

Leaders for Life with YMCA

Our leaders for life programme delivered across the course of 14 weeks, worked with a number of young people furthest away from the job market. We worked with our corporate partner Sage and funder Bernicia Housing to provide some incredible opportunities for the young...
Overcoming Adversity: Supporting Cancer Recovery Through Fitness

Overcoming Adversity: Supporting Cancer Recovery Through Fitness

In the wake of COVID-19 closures, our gym community faced a unique challenge. Three long-standing members, recently diagnosed with cancer, needed to suspend their memberships. One member, who had recently transitioned to part-time work, particularly valued the...
Beyond Supported Living: A Journey to Self-Sufficiency

Beyond Supported Living: A Journey to Self-Sufficiency

Since her time at the YMCA, Sarah* has made a really big impact on the building and the staff at the YMCA. Sarah is always willing to help out and get involved with every activity that is on.  When Sarah first moved in she was anxious and worried and suffered from...
Y’s Girls

Y’s Girls

Greater Resilience for Vulnerable Girls The Y’s Girls project addresses key issues faced by vulnerable young females aged 9 to 14 years of age. Volunteer mentors are identified from the local community and paired with young girls in need of a positive relationship...