YMCA and YWCA in Denmark is a joint Christian movement for youth empowerment with more than 9.000 members. Everyone is welcome at our activities for children, young people and families, regardless of religious belief, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or social position.
YMCA and YWCA Denmark is a movement for youth empowerment. With roots in Christian values, we offer activities for children and young people in local communities that nurture friendships, personal growth, and social engagement.
As part of the global YMCA and YWCA movements, we connect with a worldwide network spanning over 120 countries. Through international collaborations, leadership programs, and cultural exchanges, we provide young people with opportunities to make a difference - locally and worldwide.
Our activities and events are designed for children and young people up to the age of 30, offering a wide range of opportunities for engagement, learning, and community. Across Denmark, we have more than 100 local associations, which vary in both size and display of different kinds of activities, but they all share the same vision and way of bringing about meaningful communities for children and young people in a local context.
In YMCA and YWCA Denmark we focus on bringing together a large and diverse community of children, young people, and volunteers. Since its foundation in 1873, the organization has grown to include thousands of members, with more than 5,000 under the age of 30 actively participating in weekly activities, camps, and leadership programs.
With a focus on young people’s development and engagement, the organization creates spaces where friendships, creativity, and social responsibility can thrive. Through local clubs, events, and initiatives, it continues to be a dynamic force for youth empowerment and community building.
In 2022, Denmark hosted the YMCA World Council in Aarhus, bringing together young leaders and change-makers from around the world. The event was a celebration of global unity, youth empowerment, and community development, reinforcing the YMCA’s mission to create lasting positive change.
The collaboration continues towards the next YMCA World Council in 2026, which will take place in Toronto, Canada. This ongoing exchange strengthens the global movement, ensuring that ideas, experiences, and ambitions from past gatherings continue to inspire future initiatives.
The joint movement of YMCA-YWCA Denmark is the exclusive owner of UNITAS travel agency and we work together closely. The travel agency has great expertise in terms of tickets for non profit organizations. UNITAS generates important income for our programs.
