About this Webinar
Organizations that serve children and families, such as YMCAs, youth centers, and childcare programs, are committed to creating safe, trusted spaces for every child, member, and staff member. Building strong safety practices not only protects those in your care but also strengthens community trust and lays the foundation for meeting accreditation standards like Praesidium.
Join us for a moderated discussion with Hilary Collins, VP of Operations at West Morris YMCA (NJ). Hilary will share her team’s journey toward accreditation, including what motivated them to begin, how long the process took, and what steps they took to strengthen visitor management, staff procedures, and documentation.
This discussion provides practical guidance for YMCAs looking to enhance their safety programs and prepare for accreditation, along with lessons learned and advice for maintaining staff engagement and leadership support throughout the process.
Key Takeaways
- Understand what the Praesidium Accreditation process involves and how to prepare.
- Learn how to strengthen safety and risk management procedures across your organization.
- Hear how improving visitor management can support accreditation goals.
- Get advice from a YMCA leader who has successfully completed the accreditation journey.
- Explore ways to sustain a culture of safety and trust among staff, volunteers, and members.
Presenters
- Hilary Collins, VP of Operations, at West Morris Area YMCA has over 20 years of YMCA experience and leads with a passion for community growth and operational excellence. She played a key role in driving the Y’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to revitalize membership and program engagement. Over the past five years, the organization has experienced significant growth under her leadership, driven by her expertise in aquatics, safety, and program development - all guided by the Y’s mission to strengthen community.
- Sean Kroll, Inside Sales Manager, at Raptor Technologies leads efforts to help YMCAs and other youth-serving organizations elevate safety and compliance across their branches. With 13+ years of experience in EdTech and public safety solutions, Sean works closely with association leaders to modernize member screening, emergency management, and communication practices that protect their people and strengthen trust within the community.
