Our core values — caring, honesty, inclusion, respect and responsibility — are part of everything we do. At the Y, children develop a community of friends and have fun in a safe, nurturing environment.
The Y understands that children today are faced with situations that may affect their safety and well-being. It is our job as a community organization to educate ourselves, our children and their parents and guardians, and the community about these potential dangers and to protect them from these dangers:
- About 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused before their 18th birthday.
- About 90% of children who are victims of abuse know their abuser.
- 60% of child sexual abuse victims never tell anyone.
- 9% of all 10-to-17-year-olds receive unwanted sexual requests while on the Internet.
Statistics provided by Darkness to Light
We’re Committed to Abuse Prevention
Praesidium Accreditation® publicly demonstrates to consumers that the YMCA Of Metropolitan Detroit has achieved the highest industry standards in abuse prevention.
Protecting Children at the Y
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to keeping children safe in our community. We are proud and respectful of the trust parents place in our YMCA.
Youth Protection Code of Conduct
The Y maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward child abuse and child endangerment, and staff are to report any questionable behavior they see, or violations of the Child Code of Conduct.
Abuse Prevention Education
Child abuse and neglect can endanger or impair a child’s physical or emotional health or development. We have the power to stop it and understanding the issue is the first step.
Reporting Concerns
The YMCA provides anonymous ways for staff, volunteers and the community to report safety concerns.
- Email RiskManagement@ymcadetroit.org
- Use our reporting tool.