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Camp Sojourner 2019

Many thanks to all of the wonderful staff, campers, parents/guardians, community members, and supporters who helped make Camp Sojourner 2019 possible!

Quotation

From our Sojourners…

“One leadership skill that I will take back home is speaking up. I can use this skill by using my voice when it needs to be heard”—Zoey, age 14

“I learned how to use a compass and other survival skills. I learned how to be more patient with people and to consider their feelings. I learned how to deal with situations that I will take on in high school”—Rahanah, age 14

“I feel like I have grown to respect myself and others, which made me grow my confidence. And just being myself taught me that I don’t have to change at all” Brittany, age 14

“I will care for others when they are feeling sad. I will step back to give someone else a turn”—Minya, age 10

“I will take back directive leadership skills and learn to speak up more when I have an idea or in a group”—Jorja, age 14

“I learned that when you get frustrated not to take your anger out on anyone else, just figure out what’s wrong and what needs to be done”—Ajanae, age 10

“I will take behind the scenes andnurturing leadership skills home with me. When my little brother needs help I can help him. When my mom has multiple tasks to complete, I can complete some”—Iyana, age 12

“I think that I grew as a person in terms of seeing other people’s perspectives and growing bonds with my cabin mates”—Sophia, age 12

“I learned to be forgiving and not overthink things”—Tisah, age 13

“I loved laughing really hard at night, like at dinner, or before sleep with my friends”—Medina age 13

From media representation workshop led by our teen leaders, girls learned…

“I do not have to be like everyone else to fit in or make friends.”

“Stop thinking that dark equals ugly—you are beautiful.”

“You make what you are, not social media.”

“People who look different than those on tv should stick together and support each other.”

From Camp Sojo Parents/ Guardians…

“She has developed an interest in learning more about the rights of girls & women. She likes to push herself physically, & has been empowered by the experience of participating in outdoor team building activities, learning how to canoe, etc.”

“She has grown as a leader, both among same age peers & with kids who are younger than her. She has also gained confidence in herself & in being herself.”

“She has created friends that I hope will last a lifetime. She feels a part of
something which has boosted her confidence and the program has given her a new goal, which is to be a counselor and give back.”