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Inclusivity at Camp Wingate*Kirkland

At Camp W*K, we value community. The experience is designed to promote a healthy, warm climate and community based on mutual respect, generosity, kindness and genuine concern for others. We cherish diversity and inclusivity and we actively strive to create a culture of acceptance, tolerance, and respect. Our goal is not only inclusion, but belonging, so that every person feels seen, valued and supported.

We welcome campers and staff into our programs, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, and socioeconomic status. Additionally, Camp W*K embraces transgender and gender nonconforming people.

We are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals to be who they are.  Camp W*K has a zero tolerance approach to discrimination, victimization or harassment. Concerns or incidents will be addressed promptly, thoughtfully, and in alignment with our commitment to safety and dignity for all.

We recognize that diversity of backgrounds, races, cultures, ethnicities, religious beliefs, ideas, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions challenges us and builds strength, confidence, and loving acceptance that can be transferred to the world at large.

We believe that everyone involved with Camp W*K, including our campers, has an obligation to create and maintain a healthy, safe environment for everyone in our Camp community. We recognize that learning to live these values is a developmental process, and we are committed to guiding, teaching, and supporting our campers as they grow.

Inclusivity is a common theme at Camp W*K. During Staff Week, counselors will talk and train together to uphold these values. At our first Evening Forum, we will share this Inclusivity Statement with campers.

Inclusivity at Camp W*K – What Families Can Expect

What does inclusivity mean at Camp W*K?

At Camp W*K, inclusivity means creating a community where every camper and staff member feels safe, respected, and valued for who they are. We believe camp is a place where young people can grow, learn, and belong, and that happens best in an environment rooted in kindness, mutual respect, and care for one another.

What are things Camp W*K does to promote inclusivity?

Our staff are trained to create inclusive spaces, use respectful language, and respond thoughtfully to campers’ individual needs. We work closely with families to understand each camper and to support their success, comfort, and well-being while at camp.

What happens if a camper feels excluded, uncomfortable, or unsafe?

Camp W*K has a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, harassment, or bullying. If concerns arise, they are addressed promptly and seriously by our leadership team, with care for all involved. Our goal is always to ensure safety, dignity, and learning, not punishment alone.

How are campers taught about inclusivity?

Inclusivity is woven into camp life. During Staff Week, counselors receive training on community values, inclusion, and respectful behavior. Early in the session, campers are introduced to these expectations during Evening Forum and through age-appropriate conversations in their groups. Counselors actively model and reinforce these values every day.

What if my child has questions about differences they encounter at Camp?

Camp is often a place where children meet people with backgrounds or identities different from their own. Our staff are prepared to guide respectful, age-appropriate conversations and to help campers navigate curiosity, questions, or misunderstandings with empathy and care.

How can families partner with Camp around inclusivity?

We encourage open communication. Families are always welcome to reach out with questions, concerns, or information that may help us better support their child. Inclusivity works best when camp and families are aligned and working together.