Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) is one of the world's oldest and largest multiracial women's organizations. The YWCA is open to women and girls of all faiths and backgrounds. The organization tries to meet its members' needs with a program that combines services and social action. It works to eliminate racism and to increase the power of women, minority groups, and young people. The YWCA provides services and training that help women become equal partners with men in the continual development of their nations.