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We believe that all young people have potential to achieve great things and the energy, enthusiasm, creativity and boldness to make a positive impact on their communities. Our programs constantly re-enforce that ideal.
Africa Alliance 2010
The African Alliance YMCA Partnership was held this past weekend at Accra, Ghana.
South Africa had strong delegation consisting of National General Secretary Sipho Sokhela, National Chairperson Dr. Bonga Chiliza, National Treasurer Pieter Nel, National Youth Chairperson Pogiso Mthimunye, Ricky Johnson and AA Executive Committee Member Vezi Mncwango.
Marked as a historical event by the National General Secretary Sipho Sokhela as he stated, “We had the opportunity to set out creative ways that would improve, build and strengthen the partnerships with the North and African YMCA’s.
The Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) noticed the great progress made by the AA and encourages movements to align to the core values set by the OGM, as they prove critical to growth of the YMCA movements in Africa.
YMCA continues Rehabilitation and Reconstruction in HaitiSince the devastating earthquake that hit Port-au-Prince on 12 January, YMCA Haiti and its international partners have been responding to the urgent needs of affected communities and developing plans for long term rehabilitation. Interns from Sweden
Thanks, Helena and Gustaf, for your positive contribution to the SA YMCA. National Leadership TeamIn November 09 the National Leadership Team met to discuss key issues and to continue the planning process for 2010. A first for us was inviting one of our Partners - Swedish YWCA/YMCA, represented by Helena Nystrom, into the meeting. It was an opportunity for her to experience the commitment and dedication of the Leadership Team in seeing SA YMCA grow in impact and reach.
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A month ago 2 Swedish interns, Gustaf Bratt and Helena Lewandowska arrived on our shores. After a few days of orientation, co-ordinated by Thys Nell, they parted ways. Helena flew to Cape Town where she is working with the W Cape Regional Office supporting their work. Gustaf is based in Durban and spends 3 days a week supporting Naitonal Office work and 2 days a week supporting the work of the Durban Student YMCA. They are still with us another two months.
