The New Leaders Project is an exciting part of EqualityMaine’s youth initiative to improve the climate for LGBTQ+ youth by providing leadership skills, community building, and self-empowerment. Our leadership program is for LGBTQ+ young people and allies who want to work alongside other young leaders from across Maine. Participants will learn interpersonal communication, LGBTQ+ history, self-empowerment, leadership, and more.
What is the New Leader’s Project Summer Camp?
We’re so glad you asked! It’s a five-day LGBTQ+ youth summer camp that aims to strengthen leadership skills, build resilience, 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.
CAMPERS
for students ages 13-17 or entering 8-12 grade looking for a safe and supportive summer camp environment.
- community building
- leadership skills
- advocacy education
- LGBTQ+ history
- outdoor activities
COUNSELORS IN TRAINING
for LGBTQ+ young adult leaders aged 18-20.
- volunteer position with nominal stipend available
- three-day training required prior to camp
- open to 6 participants
COUNSELORS
for LGBTQ+ young adult leaders aged 21 and up.
- volunteer position with nominal stipend available
- two-day training required prior to camp
- open to 10 participants
OPEN APPLICATIONS STARTING IN WINTER 2025.
