WHO IS YOUTH WITH A MISSION?

Youth With A Mission is an international movement of Christians working to help make a difference in a needy world. Founded in 1960, we are now one of the largest interdenominational Christian ministries, with 11,000 volunteer staff based in nearly 650 locations in over 130 countries. In addition, tens of thousands more people from scores of nations are involved on a short-term basis each year.

Coming from many different backgrounds and working in a wide range of situations, YWAMers are united in our desire to be part of changing people's lives for the better. We have responded to "The Great Commission," Jesus' command to His disciples to go into all the world and tell the Good News. We believe the gospel of Jesus is not just about words, but also actions. So we share our faith through many different kinds of practical help from agricultural training to running medical clinics, as well as telling about the Christian beliefs that inspire our actions.

WHAT DO WE DO?

Youth With A Mission's activities span the globe and the dictionary. From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe everything from accountancy spreadsheets to zoom lenses finds its place in the work of taking the good news to the world by word and deed. While many staff continue to work in remote places that are traditionally seen as "missionary fields," a large number are also focusing on the world's vast, needy urban centers.

Although varying widely, all YWAM projects and events help form one of the three main strands which weave together throughout the mission:

Training & Education

Mercy Ministries

Evangelism & Frontier Missions