Working for social justice for all youth, regardless of religion, race, gender or culture, the World YMCA (World Alliance of YMCAs) is a global ecumenical movement that reaches 65 million people in 120 countries worldwide. It is a confederation of National Councils of YMCAs from around the world based in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1844, the World YMCA is the oldest and largest movement for youth in the world.