The YWCA is a global network of women advancing social justice and creating opportunities and services for the development of women and their families.

As part of the World YWCA Women’s Volunteer Movement:-

• Unites 25 million women and girls in over 122 countries through 100 affiliated, autonomous national YWCAs.
• Links thousands of local YWCAs whose programmes meet the community needs identified by women.
• Promotes women’s full potential and equal participation at all levels of society through leadership opportunities and training.
• Works for social and economic justice through development and advocacy programmes.
• Mobilizes women’s collective power for action on issues of vital concern; women’s rights, human rights, peace, health and the integrity of the environment.
• Bases its work on Christian ecumenical principles and welcomes women of all faith.