Best Practices in Youth Programming
hosted by Youth Protection and Program Support
2026 Symposium
Date: March 10, 2026
Location: Gardner Commons 2900
Time: 9:00 AM –1:00 PM
Youth Protection and Program support would like to invite you to the 8th Annual Best Practices in Youth Programming Symposium. Whether you are a program director, administrator, staff member, or volunteer you can benefit from learning more about best practices in youth programming. Join us again this year as we take a deeper dive into topics specifically applicable to youth programs and camps.
In this symposium, you will:
- Have the opportunity to meet and network with other youth program providers across campus
- Get updates from Youth Protection and Program Support
- Hear from presenters on the following topics:
- Basics of Youth Protection and the University Safety of Minors Policy
- Positive Guidance techniques when working with children
- The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act
- Building psychological safety and engagement in your programs
- Bringing unique opportunities to youth
- And MORE…
Lunch will be provided – Attendance is FREE!
Questions? Contact Marci Hutchinson marci.hutchinson@utah.edu or 801-581-4444