A Place Where Everyone Belongs

At Camp Fire North Shore, we believe every child deserves a place where they feel seen, supported, and celebrated—just as they are. That’s why we’re so excited to share some big steps we’re taking to ensure our programs are truly inclusive for all youth and families in our community.

We’re proud to announce the hiring of our new Director of Behavior and Inclusion Supports, a role dedicated to ensuring that every child—regardless of ability, background, or support need—can fully participate in our programs and thrive. This addition reflects our commitment to creating environments where every young person has the tools, encouragement, and safety to grow.

But we know true inclusion takes more than just good intentions—it takes learning, partnership, and action.

That’s why we’ve partnered with MERGE Consulting, a leader in inclusion training and support, to provide our team with the knowledge and tools they need to meet every child where they are. Our staff will be participating in specialized training focused on behavior supports, inclusive practices, and creating environments that reflect the dignity and value of all youth.

We’ve also joined the Widening the Circle Network at The Arc of Massachusetts, a collaborative community focused on expanding inclusive opportunities across the state. Through this network, we’ll be learning alongside other organizations, sharing resources, and staying connected to best practices in the field of inclusive youth development.

These steps are just the beginning—but they are intentional and foundational.

We’re proud to be building a Camp Fire where inclusion isn’t an initiative—it’s part of our identity.

We can’t wait to see the impact this work has on our programs, our people, and most importantly—our youth.

💙🔥 Everyone belongs here. Let’s keep building that kind of world, together.