April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and reflect on the role we all play in creating safe, supportive spaces for children. Across our association, the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City works every day to help kids grow, learn, and thrive in environments where they feel seen, supported, and protected.
Throughout the month, we encourage families, volunteers, and community members to participate in the initiative. From signing a pledge to wearing blue, sharing resources, or supporting families in your community, everyone can help make prevention a shared responsibility.
“Child Abuse Prevention Month is about hope, partnership, and proactive care,” said Jill Goyette, Executive Director of Youth Development. “It reinforces the message that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment, and together we can make that a reality.”
We invite you to join us for Wear Blue Day on Wednesday, April 8, to show your support for protecting children in our communities. Families and supporters are also invited to the OKC Comets Family Day game on Sunday, April 12, where we will gather as a community to raise awareness and share resources. You can purchase discounted tickets here.
By coming together, the Y continues its commitment to building safer spaces, empowering families, and strengthening the well-being of children throughout central and western Oklahoma.
Written by Corey Cargill, ccargill@ymcaokc.org
