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What is Ramadan and how to be an ally

Ramadan is the Islamic Holy Month of fasting and abstaining from things considered to be impure for the mind and body. Our YMCA YAC Support & Advice Worker Shazia Nizam shares why Ramadan is important to her.

331 Years – Celebrating YMCA DownsLink Group Women this International Women’s Day

331 years – that’s the collective number of years the women, who will be celebrating at least 15 years of long service this year, have worked for YMCA DLG.

How to cope with anxiety about current events in Russia & Ukraine

If you are upset by the news, it's important to know that you are not the only one and it's OK to have those feelings. It's important to remember that being sad, worried, or angry about what’s happening in the world is okay and perfectly normal.
Significant challenges facing young people

Young people and the charities that support them face unprecedented challenges

Our CEO, Chas Walker shares a personal reflection on the significant challenges facing young people and the organisations and services that support them:
Magical Christmas at YMCA DownsLink Group

Magical Christmas at YMCA DownsLink Group

Find out what Christmas is really like in our supported housing
YMCA DownsLink Group at Crawley Pride Festival

YMCA DownsLink Group at Crawley Pride Festival

Samantha Burton, West Sussex Chaplain, writes about her experience volunteering at the very first Crawley Pride Festival.
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‘Spirit’ by Chaplain Samantha Burton

If you want to improve your breathing, how about starting now, as you read this. Sit back, relax your shoulders and if you feel safe, close your eyes. Take a deep breath in through your nose, hold it for a few seconds then let it out slowly through your mouth, and repeat.
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Glossary of gender identity and sexuality for beginners

This article is intended to give an overview of the difference between sex, gender and sexual orientation, for those who want to know more, […]
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