https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/inclusion-belonging-strategies
Inclusion and Belonging StrategiesInclusion and belonging strategies serve as a compass for camps, guiding actions and policies toward creating an environment where diversity is celebrated, equity is pursued, and inclusion is the...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/belonging-rhythm-camp
Belonging Is the Rhythm of CampSummer camp settings are uniquely positioned to foster the feeling of belonging because they create immersive environments where relationships develop quickly and shared experiences build connection...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/creating-space-imperfection-growth-accountability-allyship
Creating Space for Imperfection, Growth, Accountability, and AllyshipThis one-hour recorded webinar invites camp professionals to explore how allyship and accountability intersect in staff cultures and how to move away from shame-based responses toward systems that...
https://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/blog/social-security-application-process-camps-j-1-camp-counselors
Social Security Application Process For Camps with J-1 Camp CounselorsApplying for a Social Security number is an important required step for international camp staff.
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/tools-help-domestic-staff-interact-respectfully-intentionally-international-staff
Tools to Help Domestic Staff Interact Respectfully and Intentionally with International StaffThese tools and approaches will help to encourage, equip, and entice American summer camp staff to engage curiously, respectfully, and intentionally with their international peers.
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/camp-includes-me-conversations-avoiding-silos-cliques-understanding-people-navigating-conflict
Camp Includes Me Conversations - Avoiding Silos and Cliques by Understanding People and Navigating ConflictWhen communication styles, expectations, and lived experiences differ, conflict can surface quickly at camp, often resulting in cliques and silos. This solution focused session explores five conflict...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/accreditation-volunteer-course-person-4
Accreditation Volunteer Course-In PersonTHIS IN-PERSON COURSE IS PROVIDED BY ACA, NEW ENGLAND AND IS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS OF ACA. This course (formerly known as the Associate Visitor Course) is a 1-day training....
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/accreditation-volunteer-course-person-2
Accreditation Volunteer Course-In PersonTHIS IN-PERSON COURSE IS PROVIDED BY ACA, NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY AND IS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS OF ACA. This course (formerly known as the Associate Visitor Course) is a 1-day...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/high-support-high-expectations-welcoming-global-staff-intention
High Support, High Expectations: Welcoming Global Staff with IntentionStructure, language, and intentional hospitality set the foundation for stronger social bonds, smoother staff training, and a more cohesive camp culture.