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The Basis of the YMCA, commonly known as The Paris Basis was formulated at the First World Conference of YMCAs held in Paris in 1855. In 1973, at the 6 th World Council of YMCAs held in Kampala, Africa, the Kampala Principles , an interpretative statement of the Paris Basis, was adopted. Challenge 21 , an evolution of the Kampala Principles and that enunciates challenges in the Mission of the YMCA, was adopted by the 14 th World Council of YMCAs in 1998 in Frechen, Germany. In 1999, the 15 th General Assembly of the Asia Alliance of YMCAs held in Manila, Philippines, officially adopted the Asia YMCA Statement Mission formulated at the 1997 Mission Review held in Tozanso, Japan.
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APAY & CYMCA REACH A MEDIATION ON THE HONG KONG OFFICE With hearts full of gratitude, the Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs(APAY) joyfully announce the successful conclusion of the APAY HK Office Matter with the Chinese YMCA (CYMCA) of Hong Kong . The mediation outcome marks not only the resolution of an important matter but also a testament to the spirit of unity and fellowship that defines our movement. Read more YOUTH EMPOWERMENT AND MEANINGFUL WORK Empowering Youth Through Health and Environmental Awareness YMCA Malang - Indonesia successfully held a Youth Camp, Worship and Compost Training under the theme: “Rooted & Renewed – Respect your body, Respond to Climate Change” on April 25 – 26, 2026. Attended by 45 youth participants, reflecting a shared commitment to promoting health awareness and environmental responsibility. Read more 2nd Workshop on Artificial Intelligence at Lahore YMCA The 2nd Artificial Intelligence Workshop at Lahore YMCA gathered over 31 enthusiastic participants, including youth, students, teachers, and YMCA staff. Building on the first workshop, this session focused on the practical applications of AI in creative and professional fields. Read more YOUTH VOICE Jo Ye‑eun, President of the National Council of University YMCAs of Korea, offered a youth‑centered reflection on John 17:21 — “That they all may be one” — during the Executive Committee Meeting in Jeju. She emphasized that Uni YMCA is more than an organization; it is a vibrant network of young people striving to transform the world. “We are not merely connected,” she affirmed, “we are agents of change, moving together toward a better future.” Read more SUSTAINABLE PLANET YMCA Malang: Earth Clean‑Up Campaign On May 3, 2026, 20 Uni Y members and youth volunteers joined YMCA Malang’s Earth Clean‑Up Campaign during Car Free Day. The initiative promoted environmental awareness by combining collective action with public engagement. Volunteers cleaned public spaces and encouraged the community to reduce waste and be responsible. Read more COMMUNITY WELLBEING YMCA Manila 2026 Summer Rural Workcamp Brings Education, Health, and Community Development Over two months, the organization launched impactful programs focused on Meaningful Work, Just World, Sustainable Planet, and Community Wellbeing, all aimed at creating a practical and participatory service framework. The YMCA Manila conducted its 2026 Summer Rural Workcamp from April 20 to May 5. Read more Workshop on Conflict to Harmony Through Nonviolent Communication The two-day workshop “Conflict to Harmony: Empowering Youth in Pakistan through Nonviolent Communication (NVC)” was held on April 24–25, 2026, at the YMCA Hall, Lahore. The workshop was organized by the Lahore YMCA in collaboration with the Interfaith Cooperation Forum (ICF), a project of the Asia Pacific Alliance of YMCAs (APAY). Read more Prevention of Gender-Based Violence and Peace Building Program The Myanmar YMCA, Taunggyi YMCA, and Hpa-an YMCA organized a three-day workshop on the "Prevention of Gender-Based Violence and Peace Building Program" in Taunggyi Township. The main objectives of the program were to: promote gender equality, prevent gender-based violence (GBV), and strengthen peaceful communities. Read more Interfaith Cooperation: “Peaceful Minds” Workshop Inspires Youth in Kandy A three-day workshop on “Peaceful Minds: Empowering Youth for Mental Health and Peace" was successfully held from April 24 to 26, 2026, at Kandy City Mission, organized by the Interfaith Cooperation Forum (ICF) Sri Lanka. A total of 17 young individuals from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds — five Buddhist, eight Muslim, three Hindu, and one Christian participant. Read more Serving communities with care and dignity YMCA Cuttack organized programs to distribute clothes and weighing scales to visually impaired individuals in the community. Read more Community Wellbeing: Empowering Communities In response to the growing need for enhanced safety in conflict-affected areas, the Myanmar YMCA is actively working to strengthen the protection capacities of local communities. Read more ANNOUNCEMENT Welcome! Justice Kurian Joseph (Retd.) Elected National President of NCY India On April 25, 2026, the National Council of YMCAs of India elected Justice Kurian Joseph (Retd.) as its National President. APAY warmly welcomes him to this new role and conveys our sincere congratulations and prayers. We trust his leadership will strengthen the YMCA movement in India, guiding it with wisdom, care, and vision for the years ahead. Read more YMCA WORLD COUNCIL, TORONTO, UPDATES Click here to check out the latest updates from the World Council—including keynote speakers, program schedule, webinars, travel requirements, and more. <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-justify:inter-ideograph; line-height:115%" mce_style="text-align:justify;text-justify:inter-ideograph; line-height:115%"><span lang="EN-HK" style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin" mce_style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin">An unexpected fire broke out at the YMCA International Centre in Sri Lanka; buildings are partially damaged! <span lang="EN-HK" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;mso-ansi-language:EN-HK;mso-fareast-language:ZH-CN;mso-bidi-language: AR-SA" mce_style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;mso-ansi-language:EN-HK;mso-fareast-language:ZH-CN;mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">A fire broke out in the early morning on the 23rd of July at the YMCA International Centre in Kurana, Katunayake. Many from the global YMCA community and APAY reached out to the YMCA Sri Lanka with solidarity and support. NCY of Sri Lanka is eternally grateful to all in the greater YMCA family for their camaraderie and concern during this time.
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