https://www.acacamps.org/about/inclusion-belonging/why-it-matters
Why Inclusion and Belonging Matter at CampThriving communities are built on equitably inclusive experiences that both attract and celebrate diversity.
https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/planning-camp/expert-advice/camp-every-child-traditional-specialty-special-needs
A Camp for Every Child - Traditional, Specialty, and Special Needs?Understanding the strengths in camp focus may help you make your choice. Traditional Means Wide variety of activities Chance for campers to try new activities Exposure to more campers...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging-resources
Inclusion and Belonging ResourcesUse these resources to create an environment that builds capacity within the camp community to understand, accept, value, and honor the unique contributions of all people.
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/seven-steps-cultivating-culture-appreciation
Seven Steps to Cultivating a Culture of Appreciation“True leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” — Simon Sinek Imagine walking into a camp where every staff member and camper feels genuinely...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/we-need-each-other-advancing-camp-movement-together-through-five-step-multcultural-approach
We Need Each Other: Advancing the Camp Movement Together Through a Five-Step, Multcultural ApproachIn today’s world where diversity and multiculturalism are prevalent, creating inclusive environments is crucial. This is especially important for places like summer camps, where people from...
https://www.acacamps.org/chesapeake/leaders
ACA, Chesapeake LeadershipYou're all camp people. In your creative minds, you hold a vast knowledge of program ideas and current events that effect our field. You care about the safety of your camp and the individuals you...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/working-children-special-needs
Working With Children With Special NeedsIt is often said by people who mean well that working with children with special needs “requires the patience of a saint.” Not true. What it does require is human compassion — something more of us...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/summer-residential-camps-promoting-social-interaction-self-efficacy-among-young-adults-special
Summer Residential Camps: Promoting Social Interaction and Self-Efficacy Among Young Adults With Special NeedsSocial skills and self-efficacy are fundamental processes and necessary for individuals in everyday life. Seeking employment, living independently, making friends, and trying new activities all...
https://www.acacamps.org/heartofthesouth/leaders
ACA, Heart of the South Local Leadership Council of LeadersLauren Reichstein Local Council of Leaders Chair Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee Kevin Pettigrew Member at Large J.M. Feltner Memorial 4-H Camp ...
https://www.acacamps.org/southwest/leaders
ACA, Southwest Local Council of LeadersACA, Southwest is administered by a Local Council of Leaders who, working with staff, coordinates education events, administers the accreditation program, offers member support...