The Young Men's Christian Association
("YMCA" or "the Y") is a world-wide, non-denominational Christian and
apolitical organization with a special emphasis on its purpose "to put
Christian principles into practice," as taught by Jesus Christ. It uses
a holistic approach to individual and social development encompassing
spiritual, intellectual and physical methods. This approach is
symbolized by the inverse red triangle used by YMCAs around the world
representing the YMCA mission of building a healthy spirit, mind, and
body.
