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June is Pride Month and the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is celebrating our commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as uplifting the contributions and achievements of LGBTQ+ individuals within our Y community!
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The Girls on the Run 5K is a non-competitive race that is designed to be fun and supportive, celebrating the kids who have completed the Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs. The 5K is not timed, and there are no winners or losers. The focus is on the experience of running and completing the…
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Throughout April, we’ve addressed the importance of understanding the Y’s abuse prevention policies, recognizing red flags and boundary violations and how to talk with your children about abuse. Now, it’s important that all parents and caregivers know how to respond to boundary violations and warning signs if children tell you about abuse. At the Y,…
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Many parents and caregivers find speaking to their children about abuse to be uncomfortable. Framing these conversations around other safety conversations you have may help you work through some of that uncomfortableness. Below you’ll find age-appropriate ways to talk to your child about boundaries and preventing abuse.
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At the Y, creating safe spaces for youth to learn, grow and thrive is our top priority. Kids need a safe space now more than ever, and we take pride in the measures we’ve taken to help keep your kids safe. Here are some important tips for parents to know as we work together to…
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The development of children is the core of which the Y’s values were built. This is why the safety of all children in our care is our number one priority. Staff and volunteers at the YMCA Of Metropolitan Detroit follow our Code of Conduct to ensure the safety of all children who come through our…
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. As part of our commitment to protecting the children in our community, we’re participating in the Five Days of Action – a week-long campaign to increase awareness of child sexual abuse and empower and equip us all to prevent it. By taking part in this important campaign and through…
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YMCA of the USA is offering students in grades 9-12 an opportunity to address critical issues and needs in their local communities with three opportunities: Changemakers, Youth Advisory Council and Youth Voice Teams.
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Join us in April for Healthy Kids Day®! For over 30 years, Healthy Kids Day has celebrated kids’ mental and physical health, while teaching healthy habits for kids and families, encouraging active play and inspiring a lifetime love of physical activity. In April, more than 1,400 Y locations across all 50 states – plus D.C.…