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Affinity Groups (AGs) are an integral part of the YMCA's ability to succeed at diversity and inclusion in the 21st Century. They create a forum for generating innovative solutions that address issues within our Associations and the communities they serve. AGs also serve as a resource to identify and overcome obstacles viewed as organizational barriers to inclusion and to the productive performance of the organizations' members. AGs operate on the fundamental tenets of inclusion and cultural competency. They are open to all staff for participation in membership and membership activities. Affinity Groups do not advocate for individual social, political, or religious groups.


Click on the two resources below to help spread the word about AGs and the GLBT Affinity Group:

Y Professional Development Oppportunity

Y Professional Development Opportunity GLBT Supplement


African-American Leadership Forum

Asian Leadership Network

Emerging Leaders Affinity Group

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered (GLBT) Affinity Group

Hispanic/Latino Affinity Group

Women Leadership Netowrk

For more information about other nationally recognized affinity groups, pelase click here.  You will be redirected to YMCA Exchange.