YWCA : The Young Women's Christian Association

The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) is a worldwide voluntary organization with a motto “By Love Serve One Another”. Rooted in Christian Faith, and subscribing to the Basis, the YWCA  endeavours to promote the full development of women and girls, irrespective of race, culture and creed.It seeks to develop a membership that is responsive through service to the changing needs of the whole community in a changing world.

YWCA  OF  TRIVANDRUM

The YWCA of Trivandrum was founded on 16th August 1917.  It is situated at Spencer  junction, Trivandrum , Kerala.
YWCA provides hostel facilities to students, working women and senior women. It also provides facilities for conducting conferences and seminars.

VISION & MISSION

                                        

Basis: Faith in God the Father Almighty and in Jesus Christ, His only son, our Lord and Saviour and in the Holy Spirit.

Aim: The YWCA of Trivandrum rooted in Christian faith and subscribing to the Basis as stated above, endeavours to promote the full development of women and girls irrespective of race, culture or creed. It seeks to develop a membership that is responsive to the changing needs of the community in a changing world.

OUR LATEST PROJECT

The YWCA of Trivandrum offers a safe dwelling place for ladies above the age of 55.
The idea of a Hostel and not an Old Age Home for senior women may be a new one.
But it is the need of the hour.  Around us there are many women living alone in  individual houses constantly worrying  about their health and safety. To such women this Hostel is a boon. There is short term and long term stay offered. Read more about it in Our Services.