Jun 11, 2024 | Alum Stories, News
Why is the EFC important now? For the same reasons as then: to make young people aware, early in their lives, of what’s going on in the world beyond themselves — and do something about it. That’s what the Encampment taught me: You can do something about it and you need to! Vote, at least; pay attention so you can vote wisely. Speak up and help other people understand what’s going on in the world beyond their own daily dozen.
May 16, 2024 | Alum Stories, News
We recently caught up with alum A’Shaela Chaires, who told us about her exciting work at Microsoft. We also referred back to an interview she did with Marquise Steward in 2020, where she reflected on her EFC experience.
Dec 26, 2023 | Alum Stories, News
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.
Dec 19, 2023 | Alum Stories, News
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.
Dec 12, 2023 | Alum Stories, News
I give to the Encampment so that young people can learn how to engage with the world when it needs them most. Whether tackling the thorny issues of health, education, justice or the environment, we need leaders who can listen, explain and work toward shared goals — and do it with heart, as the Encampment taught us.
Nov 28, 2023 | Alum Stories, News
You can make a difference in young activists’ lives. Giving to the Encampment shows that you care about democracy, economic inequality, racial, sexist, homophobic violence and environmental destruction.