YMCA International Department

Who We Are

The YMCA International Department exists to educate children, teens and adults about global issues locally and abroad.  A dedicated team of staff and volunteers provide leadership of the local programs, events and partnerships.

The YMCA is a worldwide organization. There are YMCA's in over 100 countries around the world with 30 million participants from all social backgrounds, creeds, races and nationalities. As part of this global network, the YMCAs of  Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo raise awareness about global issues though its International Education and Development programs.

Funding for these programs comes from many sources, including the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).