Office of Youth Protection
Your Partner in Youth Protection
More than 100,000 youth, from preschool to high school seniors, participate in over 1,400 youth activities offered at our through UW-Madison each year. Participants engage in experiences ranging from STEM camps and hands-on environmental learning to campus field trips, 4-H projects, academic competitions, arts workshops, sports camps, and college preparation programs. These experiences, which are offered throughout the state, provide opportunities for youth to explore their interests and make meaningful connections with the university.
Behind every youth activity is the intentional work required to create environments where young people can safely learn and grow. This is youth protection in action, guided by UW-Madison’s youth protection policy, UW-1045 Youth Protection.
Questions about youth protection?
Contact the Office of Youth Protection for guidance and support.
Find information and resources to help you:
Register a Youth Activity
All activities covered under UW-1045 Youth Protection must register with the Office of Youth Protection each year.
If you are planning a new youth activity or have questions about whether your activity needs to be registered, contact the Office of Youth Protection at youthprotection@wisc.edu for guidance on how to get started.