New Leaders Project: Summer Camp 2026 Application
  • New Leaders Project: Summer Camp 2026

    Sunday, August 9th - Saturday, August 15th
  • Applications must be completed by the youth participant.

    We're so glad you're here! New Leaders Project: Summer Camp applications are open to campers age 13 - 17, or entering 8th - 12th** grade

    **Have you graduated? Apply to be a Counselor-In-Training for leaders aged 18-20.

    EqualityMaine welcomes you to apply for our 17th New Leaders Project: Summer Camp. This seven-day camp aims to strengthen leadership skills, build resiliency, and provide opportunities for self-affirming discovery and personal growth. At camp, we strive to foster real connections and relationships between LGBTQ+ youth, allies, and a team of dedicated counselors and staff. We aim to inspire and challenge campers with passionate, experienced, and talented speakers. Camp will include community building,  leadership skills, advocacy education, LGBTQ history, and outdoor activities in a safe supportive environment!

    This application is intended to be completed by the interested young person. Please take your time completing your application and answering the questions to reflect who you are. There is the option to save your progress and continue later.  Applications are open through Sunday, March 15th. Applications are not "first come - first served" - so please take your time in providing thorough, intentional, and authentic application responses. 

    If you have any questions or need any assistance completing the application material, please email kelly@equalitymaine.org. I’d be happy to help answer any questions or support you in any way I can.

     

    Applications are open February 6th - March 15th.
    Campers will be notified of camper acceptance or waitlist status by April 3rd.

    Location: Central Maine

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  • Parent/Caregiver Information

    Please input the information of a parent/caregiver. This person will not receive a copy of your application. This person will receive notification of your camper acceptance and/or waitlist status in April.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Camper Application Material

  • New Camper Questions

    Please review all of the questions and complete them to the best of your ability. You have the choice to complete the questions one of three different ways: written response, video/audio response, or an artistic response. Creativity and passion is encouraged!
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  • Returning Camper Questions

    Please review all of the questions and complete them all to the best of your ability. You have the choice to complete the questions one of three different ways: written response, video/audio response, or an artistic response. Creativity and passion is encouraged!
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