YMCA of Southern Nevada WALKS… A grassroots venture! Using the Safe Routes To School State report card to increase physical activity opportunities for community members within the YMCA service area.
The Y’s Role Nationally Engage members in walking programs Provide safe spaces and opportunities for indoor and outdoor walking Encourage walking thru health and well-being programs Engage in healthier communities initiatives that change environments
The Y’s Role Nationally The YMCA of the USA has allocated funding to support this initiative in all 50 states Each state has an alliance of multiple Y’s working together Nevada only has only one Y and therefore we are our own alliance!
Y of Southern Nevada’s Role
SHORT TERM IMPACT Where can the YMCA of Southern Nevada immediately assist the current work that is being done?
Safe Routes to School & Clark County School District Walk Audits Fire Up Your Feet Bike to School Day
Call To Action CCSD’s Bike to School Day May 4th 2016 Cadewallader Middle directly behind our flagship branch Centennial Hills Y 200 students, parents, and staff participated Press release and marketing support by CCSD and Safe Routes to School Y prizes for all in attendance and raffles
Long Term Commitment Engaging and supporting additional schools in YMCA service areas thru Safe Routes to School Continue to improve the Y’s networking with other like minded entities that support the initiative
Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.