Beyond Diversity: Building Brave and Inclusive Camp Spaces for Black and Brown Youth

Creating inclusive camp spaces for Black and Brown youth requires more than good intentions. It demands self-reflection, cultural humility, and active redesign of camp culture. This interactive workshop will guide camp professionals through an honest exploration of how camp norms, traditions, and leadership structures can unintentionally exclude or alienate campers of color. Participants will identify common barriers to belonging, unpack their own implicit biases, and learn practical strategies for building camp environments that affirm every child’s identity. Using storytelling, reflection, and design activities, participants will leave with tangible tools and an actionable plan to foster belonging and trust with campers, families, and staff of color.