Your Camp’s Culture Is Stronger Than This Climate: Navigating Sensitive Topics with Clarity and Care

In an increasingly polarized world, camp professionals are often challenged to navigate sensitive social, political, and cultural conversations while maintaining an inclusive, mission-aligned environment for staff and campers. This session explores how to distinguish between organizational culture and external climate, and how to protect the former while compassionately managing the latter.

Participants will learn practical tools and sample language to guide difficult conversations, set clear boundaries, and reinforce shared norms that center the camper experience. This interactive workshop will help leaders prepare for the realities of summer 2026 by strengthening their ability to uphold culture, foster cohesion, and sustain psychological safety across their teams.