About Playworks Indiana
All kids deserve the social, emotional, and physical benefits of play. We help schools and youth programs create healthy play environments where every child can join in.
Meet Playworks Indiana
Founded in 1996, Playworks expanded to Indiana in 2013. Playworks Indiana serves low-income schools through our year-round, on-site support services. We’re also reaching thousands more students across Indiana through professional development workshops for schools and youth organizations.
Our Mission
Playworks’ mission is to improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play.
Our Vision
Playworks’ vision is that one day every child in America will have access to safe, fun, healthy play every day.
Meet Our People
June 22, 2022
Karlencia Johnson ›
Karlencia Johnson is currently a Program Specialist and a Certified Trainer with experience as both a Site Coordinator and an AmeriCorps coach. Prior to her time at Playworks, Karlencia worked…
January 30, 2023
Audrey Hallmann ›
Audrey Hallmann began her career as a leader in summer camp and out-of-school organizations and has nearly 20 years of experience in the field. She joined Playworks Indiana in March…
August 18, 2022
Jo Yocum ›
Jo Yocum began her tenure at Playworks as the Executive Director of Playworks Indiana in January 2017, leading the strategic growth of the organization from providing services in just 9…