When I went back to my community, I thought, “If I knew everyone as deeply as I know the people at the Encampment, if everyone put that much effort into listening, then I think everyone would be much happier and more engaged.”
At our last gathering, we built a foundation of strength. Now, we move forward with purpose. We will highlight alternative media, share research on opposition tactics, and — most importantly—lean into the power of storytelling and collective hope as forces for change. “The Power of We (2.0): Sharing OUR Stories of Power”📅 March 22, 2025⏰ 2 PM PT | 3 PM MT | 4 PM CT | 5 PM ET📍
On Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, 40 EFC community members of all ages (board members, supporters, and prospective Encampers) discussed changes in the U.S. as a result of the recent election. As always, the heart of the InterGen Café is that people talk in small groups about the topics that engage them the most.
We asked four Encampment alums “Why apply to the 2025 Encampment?” and this video has their answers.
At the Encampment for Citizenship (EFC), we are steadfast in our mission to empower young leaders from diverse backgrounds to engage in participatory democracy and work toward a more just and equitable society.
We are excited to invite you to our next InterGen Cafe, taking place on Sunday, January 19. As we enter 2025, we face new, as well as ongoing, challenges that threaten the rights of immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, women, the integrity of our education and justice systems, and voting rights and democracy. Now, more than ever, it is time to come together to reflect, strategize, and support each other.