How to Build LGBTQ+ Inclusive Camps

A collection of resources from the American Camping Association and other leaders about the value of inclusion at camp, the importance of LGBTQ+ affirming environments, and how to build them at your own camp.

Why Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Matters at Camp

American Camping Association

Why LGBTQ+ Camp Programs Are Important

American Camping Association

Camp Includes Me: Where Do We Go From Here?

American Camping Association

Checklist For Gender Inclusive Practices at Camp

American Camping Association

Out and About: Creating a Safe Environment for LGBTQ Campers and Staff

American Camping Association

What's the Impact of Gender-Inclusive Cabins on Campers' Friendships?

American Camping Association

NRPA’s Equity Language Guide

National Recreation and Parks Association

Expanding the Impact of Camp: From Individual Lives to Societal Change

American Camping Association

Camp Includes Me: Where Do We Go From Here?

American Camping Association

Camp Gender Support Plan

Gender Spectrum

Camp and Culture: The Core Competencies Deeply Engrained in Culturally Responsive Camp Leaders and Counselors

American Camping Association

Framework for Gender Inclusive Camps

American Camping Association &

Gender Spectrum

Culture Change is not Easy

American Camping Association

Reimagining Camp through a Pro-Inclusional Lens

American Camping Association

Using Arts and Culture to Support, Engage and Celebrate Diverse Youth

National Recreation & Parks Association