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YMCA has been partnering with young people to provide life changing youth work across the Cork Region since 1892.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where young people, their families and communities flourish in body, mind and spirit.
Our Mission
As a faith based, all island organisation, our mission is:
To create inclusive communities where everyone feels welcomed, accepted and inspired by social justice and peace for all
To provide life enriching opportunities for young people, their families and communities
Our Values
Our value based is that every YMCA will be a place of welcome, opportunity, wellbeing, peace and justice
YMCA in the Cork Region
The YMCA has been partnering with young people to provide life changing youth work across the Cork Region since 1892. From our historic YMCA building on Marlboro Street in Cork City, to locations in Cobh, Ballincollig, Blarney and working across West Cork – we have been providing youth, family and community services across Cork and beyond.
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Learn more about our history & heritage
YMCA in Ireland
The YMCA in Ireland has existed since 1849 as a voluntary organisation that works with children, young people, families and the community, with particular regard to those who are disadvantaged and disaffected. Underpinned by Christian principles, each YMCA responds to local need and seeks to share and learn from being a part of a national and international movement.
YMCA works in over 34 communities providing services ranging from peace building to vocational training. It has particular expertise in work with families, youth justice, schools, vocational training, outdoor education and health work. All its work is based on the principles of effective non formal education.
Learn more about YMCA Ireland here