Campus Pride is excited to announce openings for Camp Faculty and Pride Leaders for the fourth annual Summer LGBT Leadership Camp. Applications are being accepted through February 16, 2010. Pride Leader Appication, click here or Camp Faculty Application, click here. Please apply and/or encourage others.
More details or questions, please call Campus Pride
at 704-277-6710 or email info@campuspride.org.
Dates: Tuesday, July 20 to Sunday, July 25, 2010
Location: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Check In: Tuesday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the McTyeire Residence Hall
Registration:
Happy Camper Discount $795
On/Before April 16, 2010
Registration $895
After April 16, 2010
Registration includes all lodging for five nights, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day as well as all educational program materials and entertainment. A schedule will be provided upon arrival and is subject to change. To view a past Camp Schedule, click here.
Finally the camp you have been waiting for! Campus Pride organizes the only Summer Leadership Camp for LGBT and Ally college students. The five-day camp experience works to develop stronger undergraduate student leaders and safer, more LGBT-friendly colleges and universities. Participants have the opportunity to learn valuable campus organizing skills, coalition building and strategies for creating change at colleges and universities.
CAMP OVERVIEW
Camp planning is well underway. Learn more about camp by checking out the past camp photos, scrapbook, news and day-by-day schedule. Email any questions to info@campuspride.org.
View Camp Video
CAMP is for you if you want:
A phenomenal leadership and personal growth experience inclusive of gender identity/expression and sexual orientation.
Key leadership concepts to becoming a stronger LGBT & Ally leader.
Effective strategies and skill training for grassroots coalition building.
Access to premiere faculty and national leaders in social justice, human rights and civil rights advocacy.
Successful campus organizing practices and the chance to explore challenges confronting your campus.
Helpful resources and innovative tools from national organizations.
A personal action plan for your campus to become more LGBT-friendly.
Opportunity to connect and work with peer student leaders from across the country.
An inclusive approach for celebrating diversity and motivating others.
An open, safe environment to express yourself.
Fun, entertainment and lasting relationships.
Camp Mission
The mission of the Campus Pride Summer Leadership Camp is to build leadership capacity among LGBT and Ally undergraduate college student leaders and to create safer and more inclusive campus communities in the United States.
Camp Learning Outcomes
Identify and describe components of their own identities that give them power and privilege as citizens and leaders in our society.
Discuss ways in which queer or ally leaders fit into queer contexts and communities working to create positive change.
Identify key resources and best practices available to create and implement a more inclusive and safe campus
Apply leadership skills to create change on their home campuses and equip them to be social justice advocates for life (in places of worship, workplace, larger community).
Identify and work with a network of peer and national leaders.
Present current and emerging issues impacting queer communities in the United States.
Target Audience
Undergraduate LGBT & Ally student leaders at colleges and universities across the United States.
Philosophy
At the heart of a remarkable leader is a passion and a vision for change. Campus Pride believes in kindling this passion, nurturing the soul and inspiring “voice and action” among student leaders. The educational program promotes progressive critical thinking and leadership concepts built on a foundation of social justice and civility. Expert faculty and presenters encourage activism and individual growth to become a more effective change agent and leader on campus. The “campy” environment also encourages participants to openly express themselves and have fun.
Tell Us What You Want
Yes, part of what makes the camp so valuable is that you leave with answers to your questions. As a part of the registration process, Campus Pride ask participants to identify key challenges faced by LGBT & Ally student leaders as well as specific questions, issues and topics. These can be about anything you want to know -- simply tell us what you want!
Camp Accommodations
Of course, it’s not your typical camp accommodations by any means. All camp participants will be housed in the McTyeire Residence Hall on the campus of Vanderbilt University. Each individual shares a room with one participant and a community bathroom. Basic bedding will be provided for every room. Special accommodations are available upon request. All facilities will be air-conditioned.
Suggested Camp Supplies
Casual Clothing
Tennis Shoes and, or Closed Toe Shoes
Shampoo, soap, bathroom supplies, etcetera
Towels & washcloth
Personal Pillow & Blanket/Sleeping Bag (optional)
Your campus LGBT & Ally resources to share with others (approx 80 total, if
possible)
Any prescription medications
Directions
Directions to campus are available here. Closest airport is Nashville International Airport. Shuttle transportation and, or parking on campus is not included in registration costs and must be arranged ahead of time. You may book shuttle transportation to/from area airports using Super Shuttle. Email info@campuspride.org with questions or to inquire about parking.
Fundraising - Raise $ to Go to Camp
You won’t believe how many dollars your campus spends for students like you to attend summer leadership camps/institutes/trainings (athletes, religious groups, honors students, student government, etc). Plus, there are tons of ways to raise money within the LGBT and Ally community local groups. To download some ideas to Get Started!, please click here.
Scholarships
Full and partial scholarships are made possible by grants from the Gamma Mu Foundation (Non-Region Specific), Alliance for Full Acceptance (SC, NC & GA) and the B. W. Bastian Foundation (InterMountain West Region). Campus Pride seeks a diverse cohort of student leaders and these grant monies assist in this commitment across race, socio-economic and geographical lines. First priority consideration is March 30, 2010 and rolling thereafter. To download the scholarship application, please click here.
Campus Pride Testimony
“Campus Pride provides a safe, open space for new student leaders and for more experienced leaders alike. It is an extraordinary way to learn the basics of campus organizing as well as new strategies to create change.” –21 year-old, gay male
“Campus Pride rocks! When I first searched the website, I was amazed that everything I needed as a LGBT student leader was there. I go back often to find what’s new and improved…” –18 year-old, bisexual female
“I no longer feel alone. Campus Pride helped me meet others who share the same issues, challenges and frustrations as a leader. I feel more empowered, now than ever.” –19 year-old, bisexual female
“I have been to almost a dozen LGBT conferences and events over the years. Never did I feel more welcome and included as a trans-identified, gender queer person than in the dialogue shared and tools provided during this program. Thank you.” –22 year-old, M toF transgender
Registration & Camp Policies
Please note that your completed registration indicates your understanding and full agreement to uphold and be held accountable for the following terms and conditions as outlined prior.
1. Registration is limited to approximately 60 participants and will be on a first- come, first-serve basis.
2.Leaving the camp site without permission, possession/use of alcohol, illegal/non-prescription drugs and drug paraphernalia, not abiding by host campus policies, or any behaviors that are disruptive to the mission and values of the camp will not be tolerated. Such actions will cause forfeit of your registration fee and are immediate grounds for dismissal. Participant is responsible for all costs associated with any early departure (i.e. cab, airport fees, etc).
3.Upon written request, cancellations will be issued a partial refund. No refunds will be issued after June 1, 2010.
4.All registration fees will be refunded if the training is canceled because of low registration. A determination and appropriate notice will be made by June 25, 2010. Nonrefundable airline tickets or any other nonrefundable expenses should not be purchased prior to June 25, 2010.
5.Checks or purchase orders should be made payable to Campus Pride, Inc,a charitable 501(c)(3) non profit organization, Federal ID #14-1969456.
6.Participants agree to hold harmless and indemnify Campus Pride, Inc.,the university, and, or any organization coordinating travel, its officers, agents and employees, from and against any harm or damage as well as all actions, suits, damages, liability or other proceedings,which may arise as the result of the events and occurrences of camp,including any associated travel and meals. Participants understand that participation in any camp trip or activity is voluntary. If participants have any concerns about personal health or ability to participate, participants agree to discuss concerns with a physician prior to camp or will not participate in said activity.
7.Campus Pride, Inc. is excused of any refunds or further obligations to the extent that such actions are the results of an Act of God, war, national emergency, labor dispute, riot, civil disturbance or other circumstance beyond the control of Campus Pride, Inc.
8.Campus Pride has the exclusive right to use video and other visual/audio portrayals of participants likeness taken during the camp in any medium of any nature whatsoever for any purpose, includingadvertising or promoting the services of Campus Pride, Inc. without any compensation. Any such portrayal shall be the exclusive property of Campus Pride, Inc.
9.Any disputes will be handled by a court of law in Mecklenburg County ofthe State of North Carolina. Campus Pride, Inc. will not be liable for any court-related expenses.
10. All fees are listed in U.S. dollars. Any details are subject to change.
More information or questions, please contact Campus Pride at 704.277.6710 or email info@campuspride.org.
