Our Movements · AMCYM

Youth Movement

To unite young Methodists across Africa, deepen their Christian faith, promote Methodism, address social challenges, and build leadership capacity among youth.

Membership & Structure

Open to all Methodist Conferences in Africa through their youth desks. AMYM holds biennial General Assemblies and operates a Leadership Academy to equip young leaders for effective service.

8,500+

Young People

45

Conferences

2,100+

Leadership Academy Graduates

2

Annual Assemblies

Core Objectives

Deepen Christian discipleship and spiritual growth among Methodist youth

Promote unity among Methodist youth across Africa

Advance the promotion of Methodism

Address social challenges including poverty, injustice, unemployment, HIV/AIDS, and corruption

Build leadership capacity for church and society

Key Programmes

Leadership Academy

Comprehensive program developing youth leaders through modules in theology, communication, project management, and church administration.

Spiritual Discipleship Program

Bible studies and prayer initiatives rooted in Methodist tradition, fostering deeper connection with God and the faith community.

Social Justice & Advocacy

Initiatives addressing unemployment, poverty, corruption, and HIV/AIDS through community programs and policy advocacy.

Pan-African Unity Conferences

Biennial General Assemblies bringing together youth from across Africa for networking, learning, and strengthening continental bonds.

Key Milestones

AMYM Conceived in Lagos, Nigeria

2007Methodist Church of the Trinity, Tinubu, Lagos

First General Assembly

2008Aburi, Ghana

Officially Adopted as Youth Wing of Africa Methodist Council

2019Nairobi, Kenya

Virtual Assembly during COVID-19 Pandemic

2021Pan-African

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