How do we keep youth safe at NYC?

(as of 8/27/2025)

These safety procedures and standards are designed to keep all participants safe, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ability, role, or race. To ensure an environment as safe as possible, advisors and small group leaders need to share concerns or problem with staff during the event. (If something is shared after the event, there is little recourse to address the concerns.)

• All advisors & staff undergo a third-party background check.
• All participants sign a covenant; breaking of the covenant could mean dismissal from the event.
• Bullying for any reason, including race, gender, or sexual orientation, will not be tolerated at NYC
• All advisors and staff sign an additional covenant, acknowledging their role and responsibilities in keeping youth safe.
• NYC provides a professional, experienced counseling staff. The counseling team is available to youth and advisors, as well as individuals and groups.
• The NYC Dean and local authorities will handle cases of alleged abuse.
• Each youth is systematically accounted for at curfew each night.
• Small group leaders participate in training prior to meeting with their small group for the first time.