https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-everyone-interview-sarah-kientz

In this interview, the American Camp Association (ACA) sits down with Rev. Sarah Kientz, minister to youth and director of Camp Akita, to discuss Camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-make-your-camp-more-inclusive-lgbtq-friendly-conversation-brave-trails

Chaco interviews Jessica Weissbuch, cofounder and executive director of Brave Trails, a nonprofit organization dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth leadership.  It was 2015, and Camp Brave Trails just...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/hosting-lgbtq-sessions-camp-interview-eric-meier

In this interview, the American Camp Association (ACA) sits down with Eric Meier, director of camps and outdoor programs of Camp Fire Green Country, to discuss Camp Fire’s statement of inclusion and...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/history/timeline

Join us as we take a look at the history of summer camp and the American Camp Association, celebrating the path set before us as we prepare for the next 100 years.

https://www.acacamps.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-camp

At the American Camp Association, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of a thriving camp experience.

https://www.acacamps.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion/get-involved

We acknowledge that this journey is about continuous improvement and that we don’t have all the answers. We will continue to grow through our commitment to this work and with your support. We invite...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion/why-it-matters

Thriving communities are built on equitably inclusive experiences that both attract and celebrate diversity. 

https://www.acacamps.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion/our-commitment

Through this work, the American Camp Association commits to prioritizing and appropriately resourcing diversity, equity, and inclusion to increase the reach, relevance, and equitable access to camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campwire-episode-37-camp-staff-recruiting-finding-diverse-organizations-campus

This podcast talks about how to find organizations for BIPOC students, why it is important to hire diverse staff members for summer camp, and how diversity can impact the culture of your camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/creating-inclusive-culture-increase-staff-retention

A camp culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging can lead to better staff retention.