Policies and Procedures - 7th Regiment

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. Please feel free to contact us with any concerns or comments you may have.

Policies and procedures

The 7RYPAO and 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. In addition, they all are required to participate in a safety course provided by DCI. 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 youth and adults with 7th Regiment.

Inclusivity at 7th regiment

7th Regiment provides equal opportunities to all board members, 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.

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 individually sent to Lee Muller (7RYPAO President), Greg Arsenault (7th Regiment Director), and Jonathan Miller (7RYPAO Vice President).

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).