Evergreen Times
March 17, 2017
YMCA of Silicon Valley has received a grant from National Inclusion Project.
The grant allows the Y to deepen their impact and inclusion efforts with Camp, After School and Youth Sports programs.
Diversity and inclusion continue to be an incredibly relevant topic in today’s climate.
Creating an inclusive environment where children with and without disabilities can play, learn and thrive together has brought the YMCA of Silicon Valley and the National Inclusion Project together once again in 2017.
At YMCA Camp Campbell, the Y’s resident camp in Santa Cruz, children of all abilities come together through recreational activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, physical fitness and more.
“These inclusive experiences help children with disabilities improve self-esteem, social skills and confidence; while children without disabilities improve their leadership, problem solving skills and empathy,” said Shiel Brockbank, Director of Program and Community Development at the YMCA of Silicon Valley. “These programs help children feel a sense of belonging, preparing them for a rewarding future, as they advance in school and eventually the workplace becoming valued members of their community.”
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