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Community Wellbeing

Provision of quality SRH services for youth and adolescent

Meaningful Work

Empowering Dreams, Building Skills, Creating Futures

Sustainable Planet

Create a Green, sustainable movement for a better tomorrow

Just World

We provide training and resources to equip youth with the skills necessary to become effective leaders and activists.

Welcome to YMCA Ethiopia

The Young Men’s Christian Association, YMCA is a worldwide organization based in Geneva, Switzerland, with more than 2 billion beneficiaries from 125 national associations.YMCA Ethiopia is pioneer in youth development which was first established in 1951. Our vision is Empowered young people for holistic transformation and. We strive for Reaching more than half a million children, youth and women through power space, skill development and opportunities. At Present we work in Addis Ababa, Oromia, Amhara, Sidama, South Ethiopia Regional State, and Tigraye.

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Empowered young people for holistic transformation and development

Mission

Empowering young people and communities to build a just, sustainable equitable and inclusive society where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit.

Values

Responsiveness, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Integrality, innovation, humanity, voluntarism and Africanism,

Our numbers that speak

We have numbers that inspire us to give our best and ensure we reach young people and communities in need. We are proud to be growing and making a positive impact on the lives of youth and the communities we serve

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Our Latest News

YMCA Ethiopia Teji Branch Visit: Strengthening Collaboration to Support Youth

December 12, 2024 No Comments

YMCA Ethiopia recently visited the newly established Teji Branch to engage with the local government administration and explore opportunities

Y’s Men International Launch Event in Addis Ababa: A Resounding Success

December 12, 2024 No Comments

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – October 18th, 2024 – The official launch of Y's Men International in Addis Ababa took place on October 18th, 2024, marking ...

YMCA Ethiopia Highlights Health and Well-Being at the 2024 Great Ethiopian Run

December 12, 2024 1 Comment

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – November, 2024 YMCA Ethiopia is excited to announce its active participation in the 2024 Great Ethiopian Run, one of the world’s ...

Step Back in Time: YMCA Ethiopia’s 1960s Children's School Program

In the 1960s, YMCA Ethiopia played a vital role in shaping young minds through its children’s school program, held in our historic Arat Kilo building in Addis Ababa. This program provided a strong foundation in education, personal development, and community engagement, fostering a generation of confident and capable youth.

Our commitment to empowering children through learning and character-building has remained at the heart of YMCA Ethiopia’s mission for decades. Explore our rich history and the impact we continue to make in communities across the country.

our upcoming events

We are excited to announce that our 25th General Assembly will be held this March! This significant event brings together members, stakeholders, and key leaders to discuss important topics, share insights, and make decisions that shape our future. Stay tuned for more details on the agenda, guest speakers, and registration informationDate: March 22Venue: Will be announced regestration will be open soon

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