Wherever You Are, YMCA Madagascar Awaits!
YMCA is present in the Analamanga region through three key locations: Ankerana, Carion, and the Analamanga branch. Each zone operates independently while contributing to our shared mission of youth empowerment and community development. No matter where you are, there’s a YMCA space ready to welcome you!
About YMCA Ankerana
YMCA Ankerana serves as the national headquarters of YMCA Madagascar. This central hub, also known as the Youth Power Space (YPS) Ankerana, is where administrative operations and program coordination take place. It houses offices, a meeting room, a large activity hall, and open spaces that accommodate various youth-led initiatives.
With 2,080 members, including 56% women and 44% men, Ankerana is more than just an administrative center, it is a vibrant space where leadership training, workshops, and community projects take place. It serves as a gathering point for young people, volunteers, and club members who actively participate in programs aimed at personal growth, skill development, and social impact.
Our 19 Clubs
Y-English Club
Organizes English conversation sessions, debates, and interactive activities to help members improve their language skills.
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Y-French Club
A space to practice French through conversations, debates, and cultural exchanges. Perfect for improving language skills while exploring Francophone culture.
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Y-Japanese Club
Discover Japanese language and culture through interactive sessions, anime, and language practice. A great place for Japan lovers!
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Y- Afrodance Club
Explore various dance styles like Hip-Hop, Dancehall, and more through practice sessions and performances.
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Y-Krump Club
Learn the art of Krump, train with passionate dancers, and participate in competitions.
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Y-Kaly Club
A club for cooking lovers, dedicated to exploring culinary skills and mastering the art of table setting.
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Y-Investment Club
A club for aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts, providing training and workshops to foster knowledge sharing and innovation.
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Y-Fashion Club
Dedicated to fashion enthusiasts, this club offers education and training in fashion design, runway modeling, and makeup artistry.
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Y-Third Arts Club
A creative space for art lovers, this club offers drawing and painting workshops, photo exhibitions, and sharing sessions with artists.
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Y-Pixel’ Arts Club
A creative space for those passionate about photography and audiovisual arts, videography, and professional photoshoots.
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Y-Wee Club
Women’s Engagement and Empowerment, which organizes conferences, workshops, and social action initiatives to empower women and raise awareness on gender equality.
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Y-Dihy An’Ala Club Club
A club dedicated to performing arts, showcasing theater, traditional dance, and contemporary dance.
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Y-Urban Environment Club
Focused on environmental awareness, this club promotes waste recycling and social action initiatives.
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Y-Music Club
Explore the world of music through vocal training, instrumental learning, composition, and live performances
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Y-Movie Club
Dive into cinema with English film screenings, debates and hands-on experience in multimedia video editing
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Y-Quad Club
Engage in fun and educational games while expanding general knowledge and critical thinking skills.
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Y-Health Club
Created to support youth in facing today’s health challenges, focusing on mental health, sexual and reproductive health.
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