Name: Exclusive Spaces: Managing Inherent Risks of Racism in Outdoor Spaces CORE
Start: 2026-10-21T08:30:00-0700
End: 2026-10-21T10:00:00-0700

Main Conference: Tuesday October 20 - Thursday, October 22, 2026

Preconference: Monday October 19 - Tuesday, October 20, 2026

*Schedule subject to change.

Exclusive Spaces: Managing Inherent Risks of Racism in Outdoor Spaces CORE

Wednesday October 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT

Washington

Traveling as a visibly marginalized group poses inherent risks to programs and participants. With 25+ years of experience traveling in predominantly white outdoor spaces as People of Color, City Kids continues to develop a holistic approach to reducing the risk of emotional or physical harm to participants and staff through program design, staff training, incident mitigation and response. This presentation aims to provide a framework and replicable tools for other organizations.

Speakers

Ginny Brooks

Senior Program Manager, City Kids Wilderness Project

Ginny Brooks: Ginny joined City Kids as JET Program Manager in 2022. She is responsible for programming for the 10th, 11th, and 12th grade participants, including school year trips, leadership and professional development training, summer experiences, and post high school planning... Read More →

Montae Franklin

Camp Director, City Kids Wilderness Project

Montae Franklin joined the City Kids community in 2004, progressing from a camper to a staff member and returning in various roles through the years. Before taking on the Camp Director position, he did branding work at FedEx and sat on the board of Horton’s Kids. Additionally, he... Read More →

N'Dea Stewart

Program Manager, City Kids Wilderness Project

N'Dea Stewart: N’Dea is a proud City Kids alumna and now serves as the Elite & Leadership Program Manager. With a deep connection to Washington, DC, and a passion for empowering its youth, N’Dea is dedicated to “paying it forward” by providing transformative outdoor opportunities... Read More →

Wednesday October 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Washington 909 N Hayden Island Dr, Portland, OR 97217

Mental Social & Emotional Health, Breakout Session

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