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Western Regional YMCA

About Us

Western Regional YMCA is the regional body of Ghana YMCA, serving young people through zero branches and three flagship programmes.

Our storyMission, vision and valuesChristian identity and inclusionLeadership and governanceSecretariatPartnersGhana YMCA and World YMCA

Our story

The YMCA began in London in 1844 as a gathering of young working men. Today it is a global movement for young people of every background.

In the Western Region, the YMCA grew through branches in Sekondi, Takoradi, Essikado Ketan, Tanokrom and Tarkwa. Regional founding year and history

Branch gathering

Mission, vision and values

Mission

Approved mission statement

Vision

Approved vision statement

Values

Approved values statement

Christian identity and inclusion

The YMCA is a Christian movement. Our programmes and services are open to young people of every faith and background, and we welcome everyone who shares our commitment to serving others.

Wording to be approved by the Regional Board

Leadership and governance

The Regional Board sets direction. Committees for Membership and Programmes guide day-to-day work with the secretariat.

Membership Committee

Verifies member contributions and recommends Service Medals.

Programmes Committee

Oversees the VTI, Youth Centre, Green Futures and branch programmes.

Secretariat

The regional secretariat coordinates programmes, membership, finance and communications.

  • Programmes lead
  • Membership and branch support lead
  • Finance and administration lead
  • Communications lead

Partners

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Ghana YMCA and World YMCA

Western Regional YMCA is one of the regions of Ghana YMCA, the national movement. Ghana YMCA is a member of the Africa Alliance of YMCAs and of World YMCA, which connects YMCAs in over 120 countries.

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