The Gambia
The Gambia

Leadership

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Country profile

YMCA profile

Date of foundation of the YMCA: 1979
Full/Associate/Related Membership in the World Alliance of YMCAs: Full Member
Full member of the World Alliance of YMCAs since: 1991

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Main programmes

Community Development
Safe Drinking Water
Skills Training
Horticulture & Agriculture
Poultry Farming
Adult Literacy
Day Care Centres
Co-operative Shop

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Mission statement

The Gambia YMCA is a Christian Charitable Association. At its centre are Christians who, regard Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, desire to share their faith with others. We welcome into our fellowship persons of other religious faith and those of no particular religious conviction on the world-wide fellowship of the equal value of all persons. Our programs are based on respect and freedom for all, tolerance and understanding between different opinions and are open to everyone regardless of race, sex or creed.

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Facts and Figures

Number of local Associations - 3
Number of total members and
participants (all over the country): 4'000
Men: 2'500
Women: 1'500
Under 30: 1'500

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Contact

Mr Sam B Thorpe
National General Secretary
National Council of The Gambia YMCA
P O Box 421
Banjul
THE GAMBIA
Tel: 220 - 392 647
Fax: 220 - 390 793
Email: ymca(at)ymca.gm

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