A free virtual camp for youth!

​Date: July 12-16, 2021 & July 19-23, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Online (Zoom)
Price: Free!

Youth ages 12-16 of all abilities are welcome!

More Info

The Empower and Allyship program gives youth the tools to create a brighter future for their communities. Participants will have the opportunity to become leaders among their peers in healthy relationships, gender equity, and sexual violence prevention. This program will challenge youth to think critically and creatively about the world around them.

Participants will learn about:

• Healthy relationships
• Equity
• Privilege and oppression
• Consent and boundaries
• Allyship and bystander intervention
• Mental health
• …and more!

 Each day will explore a different theme through activities, games, crafts, and discussions. Each participant will receive a “Camper Kit” with all the materials needed for the program. There is no cost associated with this program.
 
To register please complete the form below and send it to Violence Prevention Educator, Sarah Wiley, at vpeducator@sascwr.org. The deadline to register is July 1st. 

Registration Form

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Testimonials

“I learned about healthy relationships and what’s right and wrong in relationships and I also learned more about how I can deal with an unhealthy relationship. I like the atmosphere in this program its very open and I feel it’s a safe place to talk about feelings and personal things.”
– Youth participant

“I learned about the main stereotypes, how to better tell the difference between a healthy and unhealthy relationship, and how to help people going through a hard time.”
– Youth participant

“This is content that is not always easily offered for students with these needs. It was well organized and presented in a way that made sense for these students. Instructor responded well to feedback and made an environment that allowed students to feel comfortable.”
– Teacher of students with disabilities

“You did an amazing job getting your points across and making it fun at the same time. You also did an amazing job letting everyone know that they are not alone and can seek help if they need it.”
– Youth Participant 

Meet the Facilitators

Sarah Wiley (She/Her)

Sarah Wiley is a Violence Prevention Educator. In her work Sarah uses her education and lived experience to engage community in conversation about gender-based violence using a feminist and anti-oppressive lens. Sarah is an activist, survivor, speaker, and facilitator of learning. She holds a master's degree in Social Justice and Community Engagement from Wilfrid Laurier University and in her spare time, Sarah enjoys pole dancing, painting, and spending time with her cat.

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Chris Martin (He/Him)

Chris Martin is the Workplace Equity Educator doing Public Legal Education and Information workshops with SASC Waterloo Region. He enjoys video games, soccer, and learning from his workshop participants. He has been in support work and advocacy work for 15 years and is a trained Developmental Support Worker as well as Public Relations Practitioner.

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Adjei Scott (He/They)

.Adjei Scott is a Male Allies Educator doing violence prevention education with SASC in Waterloo Region and beyond. They/he enjoys yoga, meditation, nature and creating transformative spaces with participants. Adjei has experience working with diverse audiences, creating safer spaces and unpacking masculinity and privilege.

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Courtney Waterfall (She/Her)

Courtney Waterfall is a student from Durham College completing her final placement with SASC Waterloo Region. She enjoys reading, baking, and crafting. Courtney is also a parent and foster parent and has experience working with children, youth, and families in our community.

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Paul Sauder (He/They)

Paul Sauder works as a part-time educator with the Male Allies program and helps deliver programming with the YWCA Cambridge.  He loves hanging out with youth and learning from them.  Paul is passionate about conversations involving positive masculinity and how we can create a safer and more just world.  Paul loves biking, canoeing, camping, and dancing. He also works as a bike mechanic and loves helping people fix their bikes. 

Thank you to our funder!

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​This program is funded by the Canadian Women’s Foundation. We are grateful for their ongoing support.