Youth Council

As it is important that our decision making be informed by the youth we serve, our former campers have elected two representatives to speak for them at the adult meetings. It is so crucial to the work we do that it is reflected in our mission statement. “We are dedicated to providing a safe, affirming, and fun summer camp experience with LGBTQ+ youth.” We have a primary youth representative with a vote on important matters and an alternate to serve in the event of their absence. Any current or former camper can participate in the youth council meetings to weigh in on decision making and planning for future camp sessions. The meetings are youth led, but supervised by members of the mental health team.

Nat Wilder, Mental Health Team, Youth Council Advisor (they/themme)

Hometown: Oak Ridge

I'm a trans femme nonbinary person with experience in education and mental health work. I'm here to make sure the campers have someone during the night to lean on for support and help. I'm a cat parent with my partner, Casey, to a wonderfully naughty Jezebel.

Fun Fact: I'm the one grading your Youtube captions and demanding they be better.

Rowan, Youth Representative (she/they)

About me: I am AuDHD and a proud lesbian. I wanted to be the youth representative for camp to bring the youth voice to camp planning and decisions. It is important to me that camp is neuroinclusive and accessible. Psychology and culinary arts are my favorite subjects and I have been dancing and in theater since I was 2 years old. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my girlfriend Marci and my rabbit Coco. I am most proud of my fashion style and ability to advocate for myself and others.

Fun fact: I am ambidextrous.

Cheyanna, Youth Alternate Representative (they/them)

About me: I am a cosplayer, library volunteer, and culinary major in college.

Fun fact: I'm 3rd cousins with 33rd US president Harry Truman

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