The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a membership association of men, women. As part of the worldwide YMCA movement and as stated in our constitution, the mission of this association is to foster the spiritual, mental and physical development of individuals, families and communities according to the ideals of inclusiveness, equality and mutual respect for all. The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is open to all people, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, age or handicapping condition.