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skydive group standing in a line smiling, ready to start. All 6 people are wearing pink YMCA tshirts

YMCA skydive 2023

This summer, 16 brave volunteers completed an exhilarating skydive to raise vital funds to help tackle youth homelessness.
Adam and Carrie presenting their artwork. The mural is a brown tree trunk with green leaves and butterflies surrounding it

Spreading hope through art: the Horsham Y Centre mural

Last month brought a burst of colour, art and creativity to our 24-hour supported accommodation in Horsham, as a special mural was painted inside the atrium.
Youth Matters Awards ceremony in 2022. Our winner Adi with Chaplain Elly

Youth Matters Awards 2023… we need your vote!

Our 6 semi-finalists in the national Youth Matters Awards need your votes to get to the finals!
The Youth Council and Inspire Team stood outside the Houses of Parliament with MP Peter Kyle

YMCA Youth Council’s amazing day at the Houses of Parliament

The YMCA Youth Council were delighted to have been invited by Peter Kyle MP to the have a private tour of the Houses of Parliament.
A group of four people taking part in the DownsLink Challenge. They have their arms in the air making the shape of 'YMCA'

DownsLink Challenge 2023… what a day!

Well, what an amazing day! Thanks to everyone who walked, volunteered, or supported this year’s DownsLink Challenge.
Youth Council first meeting, the young people standing together smiling

“Enlightening”, “Fun”, and “Representative” … the first Youth Council was a success!

Last month, we held the first ever Youth Council meeting with 9 residents from almost all of our 24-hour accommodation projects.
Emily Brock, CEO YMCA DownsLink Group

Emily Brock appointed CEO

YMCA DownsLink Group announce the appointment of Emily Brock as CEO.

Family Mediation: what is it and who does it help?

Mary Carmichael, our Family Support Mediator, tells us more about her role and what exactly family mediation involves.
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YMCA enables people to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit. Inspired by and faithful to our Christian values, we create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.

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