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National Board of the Young Men's Christian Associations. International Division

 Organization

Found in 47 Collections and/or Records:

Ernie Chapman papers

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.76
Abstract

Records documenting Ernie Chapman's lifelong association with the YMCA, especially his work on the board of the Orange County YMCA, the Pacific (Southwest) Area Board, and the National Board, and the World Alliance of YMCAs. Also well-documented are Chapman's involvement with YMCA's Model Legislature and Court / Youth and Government programs and the Armed Services YMCA.

Dates: 1931-2002

Harry Brunger papers

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.92
Abstract

Personal and YMCA-related papers of Harry A. Brunger, primarily material associated with his international YMCA work, particularly in Canton, China; Hong Kong; and Lebanon as a fraternal secretary. The bulk of the papers consist of correspondence, reports, memoirs, and extensive background materials, as well as extensive material related to several YMCA-related visits to China during the 1980s and 1990s, including video recordings and slides.

Dates: 1949-2010

International work building files

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-4
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial records, pamphlets, maps, newspaper articles and other records regarding the building projects of the North American YMCA’s international work division, especially during the post-world war eras, when reconstruction was a major focus of the YMCA's activities.

Dates: 1902-1978; Majority of material found within ( 1902-1967)

Paul B. Anderson and family papers

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.86
Abstract

Personal papers of Paul B. Anderson and material from other members of his family including Margaret Anderson, Harvey and Roberta (Anderson) Smith, and William and Mary (Anderson) Glenn. The collection is primarily related to Paul B. Anderson and the YMCA's international work.

Dates: 1900 - 2012

Records of YMCA international work in Africa

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-39
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, journal and newspaper articles and other records of YMCA work in the continent of Africa, featuring various countries in Africa as well as general Africa YMCA, Africa Alliance, and Africa-based non-YMCA files. Primary countries featured in this collection include Angola, Cameroon, Gabon, Gambia, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Togo, Tunisia, Zaire (the Congo), Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Dates: 1916-1991

Records of YMCA international work in Bulgaria

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-50
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, constitutions, articles and other records of the YMCA movement in Bulgaria, mainly in Sofia.

Dates: 1922-1970; Majority of material found within ( 1920s-1930s)

Records of YMCA International Work in Cuba

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-16
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, and printed material, primarily concerning the YMCA in Havana, Cuba, mostly concerning the finances and the 1941 closure of the YMCA, building projects, and World Service.

Dates: 1904-1979; Majority of material found within ( 1904-1941)

Records of YMCA international work in Egypt

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-22
Abstract

Includes correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, property records, maps, development plans, pamphlets, newspaper and magazine articles, and other records of the International YMCA movement in Egypt.

Dates: 1902-1988; Majority of material found within ( 1902-1978)

Records of YMCA international work in Ethiopia

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-37
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, maps, pamphlets, journal and newspaper articles and other records of YMCA international work in Ethiopia, documenting the development and growth of the YMCA in Ethiopia, including the involvement that Emperor Haile Selassi, as well as relief work.

Dates: 1940-1986; Majority of material found within ( late 1940s-1970s)

Records of YMCA international work in France

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-47
Abstract

Ccorrespondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records documenting YMCA work in France, especially youth and publishing work done in France for Russian refugees.

Dates: 1869-1989; Majority of material found within ( 1920s-1970s)

Records of YMCA international work in Germany

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-48
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, books, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records of the YMCA movement in Germany, covering World War II refugee relief programs, secretary training programs, development of technical vocational schools, and the development of youth hostels and villages as well as building projects in western Germany.

Dates: 1834-1998.; Majority of material found within ( 1940s-1960s).

Records of YMCA international work in Ghana

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-35
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, and other records of the YMCA movement in Ghana, especially in the area around Accra, and mainly describing various projects that the United States YMCA and other United States assistance groups were helping to fund.

Dates: 1959-1991; Majority of material found within ( 1970s-1980s)

Records of YMCA international work in Hong Kong

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-7
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, financial records, and printed material documenting YMCA international work in Hong Kong, including work with both the Chinese and European populations.

Dates: 1900-1990; Majority of material found within ( 1901-1978)

Records of YMCA international work in India

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-40
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, pamphlets, maps, financial records, building records, and other material documenting YMCA international work in India, in addition to some records from Burma, Ceylon, and Pakistan.

Dates: 1854-1995; Majority of material found within ( 1880s-1960s)

Records of YMCA international work in Indonesia

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-46
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, financial records, newspaper articles, publications, and other material documenting YMCA international work in Indonesia, primarily in Jakarta.

Dates: 1947-1983

Records of YMCA international work in Italy

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-53
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records of North American YMCA international work in Italy, primarily in Rome.

Dates: 1897-1988.; Majority of material found within ( 1920s-1980s)

Records of YMCA international work in Japan

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-3
Abstract

Records of YMCA work in Japan consisting primarily of correspondence among YMCA secretaries working in Japan, as well as correspondence and reports to YMCA leaders in the United States on matters relating to programs, war time activities, finances, membership recruitment, and religious instruction.

Dates: 1885-1991; Majority of material found within ( 1885-1930)

Records of YMCA international work in Kenya

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-31
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, building plans, financial documents, pamphlets, journal and newspaper articles and other records of the YMCA movement in Kenya, especially Nairobi and the surrounding area, including Shauri Moyo, Mombasa, Kisii, Limuru, Ngecha, Naivasha and Nakuru, though other locations are also mentioned.

Dates: 1955-1993

Records of YMCA International work in Korea

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-21
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, and printed material from YMCA international work in Korea, particularly from the Seoul Association. A significant portion of the records consist of correspondence and documents concerning the financial campaigns and building projects of the Korean YMCAs, but also includes information on Korean-Japanese relations, physical education, rural work, and student work, as well as scattered correspondence describing political events in Korea. .

Dates: 1900-1997; Majority of material found within ( 1900-1986)

Records of YMCA international work in Lebanon

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-55
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records of the YMCA movement in Lebanon, especially concerning relief and rehabilitation work with Palestinian refugees.

Dates: 1949-1996; Majority of material found in ( 1920s-1990s)

Records of YMCA international work in Liberia

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-33
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records of YMCA international work in Liberia, especially in Monrovia, as well as as Cape Palmas, Cape Mount, Sinoe, Nimba County, and Harbel, among other areas.

Dates: 1919-1991; Majority of material found within ( 1950s-1980s)

Records of YMCA international work in Malaysia and Singapore

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-45
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, maps, pamphlets, newspaper articles, financial records, and building plans documenting YMCA international work in Malaysia and Singapore, primarily Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

Dates: 1917-1987; Majority of material found within ( 1950s-1970s)

Records of YMCA international work in Mexico

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-56
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, journal and newspaper articles and other records documenting YMCA international work in Mexico, especially Mexico City, Monterrey, Torreon, Tijuana, Chihuahua and Cuauhtemoc. Also mentioned are the impediments to the development process in Mexico, such as financial difficulties, labor conflicts, loss of property and National conflicts including the 1911 Mexican Revolution and the Mexican Civil War which followed.

Dates: 1889-1992.

Records of YMCA international work in miscellaneous countries

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-59
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, building plans, journal and newspaper articles and other records of the YMCA movement in Albania, Armenia, South Asia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Cambodia, Denmark, Fiji, Finland, Gaza, Guam, Iran, Ireland, Laos, Lithuania, Mariana Islands, Micronesia, Middle East, Moluccas, Norway, Papua New Guinea, Saipan, Samoa, Western Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Scandinavia, Slovakia, Sweden, Syria, Tahiti, and Truk.

Dates: 1927-1994.

Records of YMCA international work in Nigeria

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-34
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, pamphlets, maps, building development plans, journal and newspaper articles, and other records of YMCA international work in Nigeria, primarily from the 1960s to the 1980s and focusing around the YMCA in Lagos and the Eruwa Camp site.

Dates: 1956-1995; Majority of material found within ( 1960s-1980s)

Records of YMCA international work in Pakistan

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-41
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, building records, and other material documenting YMCA international work in Pakistan, especially in Karachi and Lahore, as well as Dacca, Sialkot, and Islamabad.

Dates: 1900-1987; Majority of material found within ( 1947-1987)

Records of YMCA international work in Palestine and Israel

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-2
Abstract Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial records, architectural data and drawings, audio recordings, printed material, and other records of the work of the American YMCA movement in Palestine and Israel. The bulk of the files concern Jerusalem, with particularly rich documentation on the the construction of the YMCA's landmark West Jerusalem (Jerusalem International YMCA) building. Also included in the records are files concerning YMCA work in other areas of the region, especially East...
Dates: 1885; 1905-2003; Majority of material found in ( 1920-1999)

Records of YMCA international work in Panama

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-23
Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, reports, financial documents, maps, development plans, pamphlets, newspaper and magazine articles and other records of YMCA work in Panama and the Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) movement in the Canal Zone of Panama.

Dates: 1904-2007; Majority of material found within ( 1904-1915 and 1966-1989)

Records of YMCA international work in Paraguay

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-18
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, and printed material concerning the YMCA in Asuncion, Paraguay, especially concerning finances, fundraising, staffing, and construction efforts.

Dates: 1951-1987.

Records of YMCA international work in Peru

 Collection
Identifier: Y.USA.9-2-17
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, statistics, newspaper and magazine articles, and records on youth programs and development projects of the YMCA in Peru, primarily concerning Lima and the surrounding areas.

Dates: 1916-1990; Majority of material found within ( 1945-1970)

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Subject
Young Men's Christian associations -- Administration 42
Young Men's Christian associations -- Buildings 38
World War, 1939-1945 -- War work -- Young Men's Christian associations 7
Maps. 4
World War, 1914-1918 -- War work -- Young Men's Christian associations 4