The 60th anniversary of ICERD calls for reflection on progress made against racial discrimination while highlighting ongoing challenges. At YMCA, we reaffirm our commitment to equality and continued efforts to eliminate racism, ensuring equal treatment for all individuals.
Every YMCA is a place of welcome!
The value of Welcome is at the heart of YMCA Ireland, and we work tirelessly to ensure that we are an inclusive and welcoming organisation, embracing everyone. This commitment drives our local, national, and international efforts to combat the structural racism and discrimination faced by many young people.
At YMCA Ireland we partner with young people to create not only safe spaces, but brave and inclusive Youth Spaces – where everyone feels welcomed, has a platform to share their voice and the opportunity to flourish. We invite all YMCA’s to cultivate brave spaces for young people, their staff and volunteers where they can engage in courageous conversations, confront biases, and challenge perspectives respectfully.
We amplify Youth Voice through the active participation in advocacy, peacebuilding and global citizenship education – promoting positive change in society.
If you would like to learn more about brave spaces or youth advocacy work, please get in touch with our National Youth Advocacy Officer, TJ Hourihan.
March 21, globally is marked as the International Day for the Elimination against Racism by the United Nations
