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https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/common-good
Common GoodEmphasizing the common good in a camp setting involves fostering an environment where the well-being of the entire community is prioritized, and every individual contributes positively to the...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/celebrating-indigenous-peoples-heritage-month
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Heritage MonthIn honor and acknowledgment of Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month, this blog post discusses the work of ACA's Indigenous Peoples Task Force. For the month of November, we are also offering...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camp-security
Camp SecurityAccording to the US Department of Justice (DOJ), the incidence of violent crimes committed against and by children and youth continues to rise in America. This alarming data has youth-serving...
https://www.acacamps.org/link/spokane-indians-baseball-team-honors-local-indiginous-population
Spokane Indians Baseball Team Honors Local Indiginous Populationhttps://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/juneteenth
Juneteenth Camp CelebrationsAt camp, we create spaces where young people grow, learn, and build community. Including Juneteenth in your celebrations is a meaningful way to honor freedom, resilience, and joy.
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/campfires-clicks-online-safety-campers-starts-here
From Campfires to Clicks: Online Safety for Campers Starts HereProtecting young people today means thinking beyond the physical spaces we create—it means showing up in the digital world, too. As more youth connect virtually, so do the risks of grooming,...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/extreme-heat-preventing-identifying-heat-related-illness
Extreme Heat - Preventing and Identifying Heat-Related IllnessIn extreme temperatures and humidity, it is important to train staff on the dangers of heat-related illnesses, signs of heat-related illnesses, and appropriate preventative measures.
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/cultural-responsiveness
Cultural ResponsivenessCultural responsiveness values and celebrates individual cultures and identities, treating them as essential assets within the camp community.
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/cultural-appropriation-what-you-need-know
Cultural Appropriation: What You Need to KnowLearn from a panel of Camp Professionals who are Native American and allies will address the issue of cultural appropriation at Camp and what you can do to bring awareness and guidance to prevent...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/building-safety-first-culture-camp
Building a Safety-First Culture in CampDuring my years as a camp director, safety became more than a set of rules or a checklist; it evolved into a daily practice with my entire team, embedded in everything from early morning activity...