YMCA Ireland Statement Regarding Our Departure from X (Twitter)

At YMCA Ireland, our mission is to create inclusive communities where everyone feels welcomed, accepted and inspired by social justice and peace for all and to provide life enriching opportunities for young people, their families and communities. Our work is guided by our core values: Welcome, Opportunity, Wellbeing, Peace & Justice. These values shape not only our programmes and services but also how we engage and connect with our community.

We have been carefully reviewing our presence on social media platforms to ensure they align with our mission and values and effectively serve our community. As part of this review, we have considered the evolving landscape of X (formerly Twitter) and the increasing concerns regarding its direction, content moderation policies, and ethical considerations.

Therefore, YMCA Ireland has made the decision to step away from the X platform. We believe that our time and resources can be better focused on platforms that foster more meaningful engagement, uphold our values, and allow us to connect more effectively with our community.

Our Commitment Remains:

Our commitment to fostering strong digital connections and sharing important updates about our work remains steadfast. We will be focusing our efforts on the following platforms:

• Facebook & Instagram: For community updates, stories of impact, and information about our programmes and events.
• LinkedIn: For sharing insights, organisational developments, and engaging with professionals and stakeholders.

We encourage you to continue following our work and engaging with us on these platforms.

Thank you for being a part of the YMCA Ireland community. We look forward to connecting with you in spaces that promote respect, inclusivity, and positive engagement.