About the Jerusalem International YMCA

The Jerusalem International YMCA actively strives to foster interfaith, interracial and intergroup understanding and is committed to these goals in its day-to-day programs. The building houses a fitness center and swimming pool, Jewish-Arab kindergarten, 600-seat auditorium, library, restaurant, hotel and conference center. Almost a half-million people visit the YMCA annually.

For its efforts in promoting peace, unity and the dignity of humankind, the Jerusalem International YMCA was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.