In response to national and local reports of child drowning incidents since the start of 2024, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) reminds parents, pediatricians and the public at large of the risk of drowning for children and the importance of practicing water safety year-round, while also warning of common misperceptions. 

IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of industry--announced its partnership with the White House to promote the importance of physical activity for both physical and mental health across the United States.

Catholic Charities USA, Habitat for Humanity International, Interfaith America and YMCA of the USA, officially launched the Team Up Project—a new initiative designed to elevate and support ordinary acts of kindness, service, human connection, and cooperation.

The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally-chartered nonprofit working to improve and restore the health of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and USDA Forest Service announced the “Nature Connects Us” outreach campaign which sparks awakening and strengthening of all peoples’ connection to national forests and grasslands.

The U.S. Soccer Foundation and American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) announced a collaboration to train AYSO Coaches in positive youth development practices and social and emotional skills. 

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) Standards Consensus Committee (SCC) announced the appointment of six new Voting Members. 

Brian Cleven, M.S., ACSM-CEP, LAT has been named the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Professional of the Year for 2024. 

To commemorate Black History Month, the YMCA African American and Hispanic Latino CEO networks announced they will lead a nationwide pledge to engage at least 100,000 Black and Brown youth annually to foster academic achievement, college readiness and public service opportunities to put young people on the path to stability. 

Craig Talsma, the executive director of the Hoffman Estates Park District (HEParks), received the coveted Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) Honored Professional Award last week during the annual statewide Illinois park and recreation conference.

The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) – a non-profit, professional association for the nearly 2,500 men and women who manage sports fields worldwide – recently confirmed its 2024 Board of Directors.