Making Camp a Place of Welcome for LGBTQIA+

ABOUT THE WEBINAR

This webinar will share learnings from a research study about how to make camp a place of welcome, safety, inclusion and celebration for queer-identifying youth. We partnered with a small church-affiliated camp, in a rural conservative region, in order to explore the innovative ways they have grown and maintained their culture. 

WEBINAR DETAILS

This webinar will reflect on how this camp has implemented a number of practical strategies, developed an inclusive and celebratory culture for all participants, and conceptualise a queer welcoming culture while not being an exclusively queer serving camp. 

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS

WHY ATTEND?

Here are some reasons we believe attending will benefit your organization and/or your career:

Career Advancement. Being at the forefront of DEI work is critical for current and aspiring leaders of all types of organizations. 

Camp Advancement. As organizations continue to navigate creating inclusive spaces for their campers and staff, this webinar will provide an opportunity to learn how other organizations are adapting their policies and programs to be more inclusive. 

Connected to Accreditation. Statements or philosophies specific to respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals. (CR-1.)

Meets the DFI Title XX Requirements. This event will help DFI Title XX camps meet the requirements for funding related to non-discrimination. 

WHAT TO BRING TO WEBINAR & HOW TO PREPARE 

This is an interactive training course. Each person should be prepared to have their camera on, access to audio (including the ability to speak and hear,) and interact within the Zoom room via a computer. Bring a notebook/paper and pen for activities. 

THE FINE PRINT

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HOW TO REGISTER

You must have a Member Profile in our registration system to register for this event. If this is your first event with us, please click here to create a profile. It's free! 

This webinar draws on research supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.