Safety and Well-Being

7th Regiment Youth Performing Arts Organization (7RYPAO) is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all who participate, volunteer, and educate in our organization. 7RYPAO takes member safety and well-being very seriously. Our administration consistently reviews and revises policies to continue to put our members' safety first. We serve many young people of various ages, identities, and backgrounds, and we strive to be very clear about what is, and is not, acceptable behavior.

We welcome feedback about our policies. Please feel free to contact us with any concerns or comments you may have.

Inclusivity Statement

7th Regiment provides equal opportunities to all staff, volunteers, applicants, and members without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Upon arrival at 7th Regiment, the staff follows up with members and auditionees concerning their access needs. 7th Regiment has accommodated members in the past by allotting individual shower time, having a trained medical professional oversee HRT shots, and using gender inclusive language throughout its member documents and audition forms. We are happy to work with members and prospective members to ensure a positive and safe experience.

Current Policies

7th Regiment continuously updates and modifies policies regarding member safety. All volunteers, instructors, and administrators that work with 7th Regiment are background checked prior to their work with the drum corps. 7RYPAO hosts regular talks with members and staff on health, safety, and other member well-being discussions. We have multiple resources created to outline what is acceptable for members & adults with 7th Regiment.

Physical Safety Guidelines
7R Policies and Procedure Guidelines

Reporting Cocerns

7RYPAO requires directors, employees, volunteers, and members to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. Employees and representatives of 7RYPAO must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling their responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

While we hope that all those who come in contact with 7RYPAO feel unhindered and unthreatened in raising concerns, complaints, and issues, we recognize that it is essential to also provide for confidential and anonymous submission of such concerns, complaints, and issues, to ensure 7RYPAO has the full opportunity to investigate and address any potential violations of policy, law, or ordinance in the conduct of our activities.

You may report any concerns or issues via this form below. It will be sent to Lee Muller (7RYPAO President), Kyle Conrad (7RYPAO Board Member), and Lori Swanson (Outside Person).

All submissions are confidential. You do not need to include your name or contact information, though the more information you are willing to provide will help us in our investigation. We only collect the information you provide and the date/time it was submitted. No other identifying information is collected (no IP address, web browser, etc).