Time & Location
Feb 13, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM EST
Virtual Convening
About the event
Reimagining Youth Recreation: Safer Sports, Digital Play, Teen Programs, and Licensed Child Care Solutions
In this dynamic session, participants will engage in a modified interactive World Café format, exploring innovative strategies to connect, convene, and collaborate on ideas that inspire active living among youth. The discussion will focus on transitioning from tackle to flag football to prioritize safety, developing esports and gaming hubs to attract tech-savvy audiences, and designing impactful teen programs and licensed childcare services. Attendees will rotate through facilitated small-group discussions, sharing challenges, insights, and best practices, and leave with actionable ideas to enhance youth engagement in their communities.
Daniel Betts, Director, Cincinnati Recreation Commission - With over 25 years of experience in parks and recreation leadership, Daniel Betts is a visionary advocate for enhancing quality of life through innovative programs and services. As the Director of the Cincinnati Recreation Commission, Daniel oversees a dynamic team dedicated to serving…