YMCA’s Emergency Response Resource Update In the wake of the recent fires, the Santa Monica Family YMCA has mobilized efforts to support our community during this challenging time. We’re proud
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A Message From Our CEO
As we close 2024, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support and engagement throughout the year. Thanks to your participation, our YMCA
Read moreChild Sex Abuse is an Adult Issue
One in 10 children in the U.S. will be sexually abused before the age of 18. Adults are responsible for the safety of children and adults should be taking proactive
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With all of the parent responsibilities to juggle, what can parents do to make certain their young athlete is safe and thriving in the sports and coaching environment? Read the
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Maybe you have a suspicion that a child is being abused based on something you’ve witnessed, or a child has told you that abuse is happening. Either way, it’s your
Read moreTeach Kids About Healthy Boundaries
Educating children about the importance of personal boundaries—and empowering them to speak out when they feel violated—is essential to healthy youth development. Yet, the topic of boundaries is one that
Read moreHow to Keep Your Teen Safe On-line
Keeping teens safe is hard enough in the physical world, let alone the cyberworld of social media, texting, online gaming, and online predators. But you don’t have to stand by
Read moreChild Sexual Abusers Are Often Known and Trusted
90% of children who experience sexual abuse are abused by someone they know and /or trust. 30% of victims are abused by a family member, and 60% by someone known
Read moreWhether You Realize it or Not, Child Sexual Abuse Affects All of Us
The impact of child sexual abuse is devastating for survivors, but also affects those close to them, as well as the surrounding community. It is the root cause of many
Read moreParent Engagement Videos
Parent and guardian education is very important. These videos review how abuse occurs, warning signs to be aware of, and how to respond. Click on the links below to find
Read moreKeeping Kids Safe from Grooming & Manipulation
The greatest threat to our children doesn’t come from strangers. It comes from people we know and trust. Grooming allows offenders to slowly overcome natural boundaries long before sexual abuse
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Learn more about steps you can take to help create a culture of safety and prevent child sexual abuse: Praesidium YMCA.org Darkness to Light Five Days of Action The CDC:
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