Inaugural Year of YMCA Europe Roots Peace Award has the first laureates – after highly engaged and participatory process, the YMCA Georgia and European Union were selected to receive it for 2020! From the very start in 2007 constant innovation and reaction to emerging needs of beneficiaries has been the blueprint of the Roots. The […]
In its pursuit to sustain and enhance peace-building initiatives across the continent YMCA Europe is pleased to announce its first call for the Roots Peace Award.
YMCA Europe member and cooperating organisations are invited to submit applications to receive the Award of € 10,000.
On December 08 – 12, 2019, the last activity within YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project current 2016 – 2019 phase took place, bringing together 24 key-stakeholders from 15 countries. It was a strong manifestation of unity and fellowship by itself – supported by content and narrative of the workshop. Presentation of the Roots Reflecting […]
Published as YMCA celebrated its 175th anniversary and subtitled ‘Peace Roots: From Seeds to Fruits’, our Peacework Guidebook is: A reflection on the Roots history and development, key components and activities; A testimony of Roots participants’ impressions about the project and its impact on their lives; A comprehensive summary of the unique know-how and all […]
Our Reflecting on Peace Practices Workshop in Brussels this December featured a special event: presentation of the Roots – a practical inspiration for action, based on the Roots for Reconciliation 2012-2019 Project peace practice legacy. Learn more
On December 08 – 12, 2019, the last activity within YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation project current 2016 – 2019 phase took place, bringing together 24 key-stakeholders from 15 countries. It was a strong manifestation of unity and fellowship by itself – supported by content and narrative of the workshop. Learn more
YMCA Europe is looking for an expert Designer for the Roots Peace Work Institute Guidebook: fluent English is a key requirement. Knowledge of and experience with YMCA activities, especially those dealing with conflict transformation work is an advantage. Learn more
YMCA Europe is looking for an expert Text Editor for the Roots Peace Work Institute Guidebook: preferably a native English speaker. Knowledge of and experience with YMCA activities, especially those dealing with conflict transformation work is an advantage. Learn more
YMCA Europe Roots for Reconciliation Local Capacities for Peace Forum took place in Stepanakert (Nagorno Karabakh), with the participation of YMCAs from Armenia, Artsakh, Georgia, Russia & Ukraine, as well as representation from YMCA Europe and external program facilitator from Germany. It was a meeting to revisit and present respective projects implemented by attending organizations […]
And yet, there are some places that leave a deeper mark… And if there can ever be a list of them, I firmly believe that Toledo should be a part of it. The picturesque small town in the heartland of Spain has long been the meeting point of various cultures and ethnicities, a place welcoming […]
