“How did we get here, and what can I do to change it?”

When you share your voice, values, and life experiences with others, you create community—the living heart of democracy—and the possibilities for transformation are endless. EFC is an intergenerational community to address injustice and create a future where every voice is heard.

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The Encampment is …

... a summer experience to live what you learn, make friends from across the nation, and expand your worldview.

... year-round opportunities for leadership development, building community, and learning.

... a nationwide network of committed alumni and partners, working for social justice in their home communities.

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July 2-23, 2024

Next Encampment: Montgomery, Alabama

If you are between the ages of 15 and 18, join us in this historic location as we focus on civil rights and voting rights in this election year. Application window now open »

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The InterGen Café: an informal discussion about the current conflict in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank

The InterGen Café: an informal discussion about the current conflict in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank

On February 25, 2024, the EFC Alum Outreach and Engagement Committee hosted an informal discussion about the current conflict in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank. The goal was to provide an opportunity for youth and adults in the EFC community to share their thoughts, feelings, questions, and perspectives. An intergenerational team of EFC alums imagined, created, and facilitated this forum, designed to allow people to speak openly in a safe environment about this difficult situation that affects us all.

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We Are Hiring for the 2024 Encampment

We Are Hiring for the 2024 Encampment

The Encampment is looking for two Residential, Wellness and Recreation Assistants who are passionate about social justice and experienced with adolescents in a residential setting for our youth leadership development summer program.

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The 2024 Encampment Application is Open

The 2024 Encampment Application is Open

We are offering a special information session on Zoom for young people interested in participating in EFC’s life-changing program:
Saturday, January 13, at 2 p.m. ET/ 1 p.m. CT/ 12 p.m. MT/ 11 a.m PT.

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We the people?

The most recent Encampers have added their voices. Add your voice today – by making a donation. You can also tell us what the EFC means to you in your donation note or by emailing. We are asking those of us who believe in the Encampment’s work to make a commitment to keep the EFC’s work available to today’s youth. 

We are strengthening democracy by creating community.