Sheraton Sand Key
May 11-14, 2025
“Let the Son Shine Down”
We look forward to you joining us May 11-14, 2025
The Annual Child and Youth Protection Catholic Leadership Conference will take place in beautiful Clearwater Beach, Florida, in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
Join us!
Speakers
Archbishop Charles Scicluna
Mary Rice Hasson
Father Hans Zollner, SJ
Paul Malley
Dr. Mitch Javidi
Sara LaChance
Paul Ashton
Bishop Barry Knestout
Deacon Bernie Nojadera
Molly Fara
James Bogner
Click here to view the full list of speakers and their bios.
Schedule
Sunday, May 11
11AM – 6 PM Check in
12 PM – 4 PM New VAC and SEC Orientation Sessions
5 PM Mass
6 PM – 9 PM Welcome Reception (poolside)
Monday, May 12
7:00 AM Mass
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM Sponsor tables open through Wednesday
9:00 AM Opening remarks/prayer
9:15 AM CPYP Chair and NRB/USCCB Secretariat for Child and Youth Protection
10:15 AM Break
10:30 AM Session 1 with Cardinal O’Malley
11:55 AM Diamond Sponsor Address and Prayer
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM Session 2 with Archbishop Scicluna
2:45 PM Break
3:00 PM Session 3 with Rev. Hans Zollner
4:30 PM Dinner on your own
Optional excursions:
- Dolphin Cruise
- Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise (up to 125 people)
Tuesday, May 13
7:00 AM Mass
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Session 4 with Dr. Mitch Javidi
10:25AM Platinum Sponsor Address
10:30 AM Break
10:45 AM Session 5 with Mr. Paul Malley
11:55 AM Gold Sponsor Address
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM Session 6 with Sara LaChance
2:30 PM Break
2:45 PM Session 7 with Mary Hasson
4:00 PM Session 8 with Dr. Paul Ashton
5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Closing Dinner (beach/sunset dinner)
Wednesday, May 14
7:00 AM Mass
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Session 8- Fingerprint/Background Panel
10:30 AM CYPCLC 2026 Presentation
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Session 9 with Charter Revisions
12:00 PM Closing remarks/prayer
12:15 PM Boxed lunch/depart
Click here to view a pdf version of the schedule.
Scholarship Opportunities
Thank you to the USCCB Subcommittee on Catholic Home Missions for once again providing scholarships to those serving in mission-funded dioceses and eparchies. Please contact Kevin Day, Director at kday@usccb.org by November 1, 2024, to be considered. If you are a mission-funded diocese or eparchy, click here to register.
We look forward to welcoming you to St. Petersburg/Clearwater!
St. Joseph the Protector Award
The Saint Joseph the Protector Award will be given to one individual who has made a significant impact in support of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. Priority will be given to someone who has been employed by or contracted with their local (arch)diocese/eparchy in the area of Safe Environment, Victim Assistance, or Child Protection. All nominees will be considered but preference will be given to someone working on the front lines to support survivors of abuse and/or to prevent abuse through safe environment activities within their diocese. All nominees will be listed in the conference program and the Award will be presented during the Tuesday evening dinner event.
Sponsors
Thank you for your contribution as a sponsor! You help make this event possible!
Diamond Sponsors
Knights of Columbus is a global Catholic fraternal service order founded on the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
Selection.com is one of the nation’s leading providers of pre-employment background screening services.
Platinum Sponsors
Biometric Information Management specializes in fingerprinting services and other biometric services – for businesses, nonprofits, government institutions and individuals.
Bchex – a BIB Company is a nationally recognized full-service screening provider, specializing in innovative background check, verification, validation and drug testing solutions.
Virtus training programs aim to educate and empower everyone (individually and collectively) to ensure optimal safe environments for children and the vulnerable.
Catholic Scouting is the official Catholic Scouting organization that utilizes all the programs and activities of the Boy Scouts of America.
Bronze Sponsors
Catholic Mutual Group is a recognized leader in property and liability coverage and in development of risk management procedures for Catholic Church properties.
Sponsors
Compass Abuse Prevention Services helps organizations of all sizes recognize, report, and prevent abuse.
Dioceses in Florida
Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahasee
Archdiocese of Miami
Diocese of Orlando
If you have questions about the event, please contact the Safe Environment Office at 727-344-1611 or email 2025cypclc@dosp.org.
Travel
St. Petersburg/Clearwater Airport (PIE) – 12.2 Miles from Conference*
Tampa International Airport (TPA) – 22.3 Miles from Conference*
*Please note, the hotel does not have a shuttle service from airports so arrangements will need to be made to rent a car or use rideshare services such as a taxi or Uber/Lyft.
Sheraton Sand Key, Clearwater Beach, Florida
1160 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach, Florida 33767
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FAQ
What is the cost?
The cost for the conference is $450 (does not include hotel stay).
How do I register?
Click the “Register Now” button at the top of the page.
Who are the speakers?
Speakers are listed above.
Where will this be held?
May 11-14 at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, FL
1160 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach, Florida 33767
What are the accommodations for those with handicaps?
There are handicap parking spaces in the parking lot and the hotel has handicap accessible rooms. Please contact us with more specific questions.
What is the dress code?
Business casual