OUR MISSION
VISION & MISSION
GLOBAL MISSION
The Paris basis, The Kampala principles, Challenge 21 and Vision 2030
The World Alliance of YMCAs, founded in 1855, established its first mission statement, the Paris Basis, emphasizing unity in Christ and youth development beyond divisions of class, race, and nationality.
Over time, the mission evolved to reflect contemporary realities, first with the Kampala Principles in 1973, which reinforced inclusivity, justice, and holistic personal development while maintaining Christ as the center.
In 1998, Challenge 21 expanded the mission further, emphasizing youth empowerment, gender equality, interfaith dialogue, social justice, environmental protection, and community reconciliation. These evolving principles guide the YMCA’s global efforts to build a just and inclusive society.
In July 2022, the YMCA made history by adopting Vision 2030, its first-ever shared global strategy, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals to empower young people and communities in building a just, sustainable, equitable, and inclusive world.
YMCA KL CORE VISION & MISSION
YMCA KL VISION
Where Our Goal Leads To be the leading Christian Youth and Community Organisation in Malaysia.
YMCA KL MISSION
How We Achieve It
To reach out and unite young people by providing them wholesome activities for the development of Body, Mind & Spirit for the extension of His Kingdom & Service to the community.
YMCA KL MISSION STATEMENT
What Drives Us
To put Christian Principles into practice through programmes that build healthy Body, Mind and Spirit for all.
YMCA KL's 110 YEARS VISION
Empower, Transform, Build
On October 27, 2015, we celebrated 110 years of YMCA Kuala Lumpur, reaffirming our commitment to empowering, transforming, and building future generations. Inspired by John 17:21,
Our direction forward focuses on three key pillars:
Empower by creating sustainable platforms where youth voices are heard and respected;
Transform, by providing spaces for leadership and value-based learning to shape communities; and
Build, by strengthening the movement through mission clarity, social relevance, and institutional viability. Together, we remain steadfast in our mission to develop confident, responsible, and dynamic young leaders.
