At the Africa Alliance of YMCAs (AAYMCA), we believe in the transformative power of partnerships. Collaborating with organizations that share our vision amplifies our efforts to empower young people across the continent. Together, we can create sustainable, community-driven solutions that address the pressing challenges faced by Africa’s youth.

 Our Vision: Empowering Young People for the African Renaissance

Founded in 1977, AAYMCA serves as the umbrella organization for 23 National YMCA Movements across Africa. Our mission is to equip young African men and women with the voice, space, and ability to influence the holistic transformation of their communities, nations, and the continent.

 Why Partner with us?

1. Continental Reach and Local Impact: Our extensive network allows us to implement programs that are both regionally coordinated and locally adapted, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in diverse contexts.

3. Innovative Youth Programs: We spearhead initiatives like the Subject to Citizen (S2C) program, which transforms passive youth into active citizens, and the Africa Renaissance Hub, a space for innovation and co-creation addressing youth challenges.
4. Alignment with Global Goals: Our work aligns with global frameworks such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union’s Agenda 2063, ensuring that our impact contributes to broader development objectives.
5. Proven Track Record: Through programs like the Green Idea project in Ghana and Madagascar, we’ve demonstrated our commitment to environmental sustainability and youth empowerment.

Partnership Opportunities

Programmatic Collaboration

Join us in co-designing and implementing programs that address:

• Youth leadership and civic engagement
• Climate action and environmental sustainability
• Economic empowerment and entrepreneurship
• Health and well-being

Innovation and Research

Collaborate on research initiatives and pilot projects through our Africa Renaissance Hub, focusing on human-centered design and innovative solutions to youth challenges.

Advocacy and Policy Influence

Partner with us to amplify youth voices in policy dialogues and advocate for youth-friendly policies at national and continental levels.