The safety and well-being of children in the care of Ys across the U.S. is, and always will be, our priority.

Serving the youth in our community is a vital part of our mission, and we are committed to creating a safe environment for the thousands of children and teens we serve every year.

As the nation's largest youth-serving organization, our most important work includes ensuring their safety and well-being — it is foundational to everything we do at the Y to help them learn, grow and thrive.

A Message from our CEO Ernie Lamour

The YMCA of Greater Rochester is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all we serve. One critical area we can make an impact is through following our Child Protection Policies and Procedures of any potential Red Flag Behaviors.

Following our policies and procedures assist to prevent the abuse and mistreatment of YMCA consumers, allows us to define appropriate interactions and expectations and reinforces our YMCAs commitment to respond to all suspicion or allegations of abuse.

As the YMCA strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy regarding child abuse, these policies are regularly communicated with staff, members, volunteers, and parents/guardians who are encouraged to report any deviations from these policies immediately.

Staff/Volunteers will complete all required association and trainings in their functional program areas by mandated dates, as outlined by the YMCA of Greater Rochester onboarding process and on-going training expectations. YMCA Staff & Volunteers understand as a part of the YMCA they are mandated reporters of abuse and it is everyone’s role in responding to report of red-flag or inappropriate behavior, allegations or incidents of abuse, and consumer-to-consumer sexual activity.

Thanks for keeping our children safe!

Ernest Lamour

President and CEO

YMCA of Greater Rochester