what do we do at camp 2030?
6 Days. 200 Young changemakers. a whole lot of fun.
how it works
Each year, we open up applications to young leaders around the world who are passionate about social change. They don’t have to be part of our community already. They just have to be between 18 - 35, have a proven commitment toward making an impact in their community, and they have to match our vibe.
Out of the thousands of applications we get each year, the top changemakers are selected to join us in New York in September.
Sarah Roberts - Camp 2030 Program Manager
“Camp 2030 is exactly where young changemakers need to be. Surrounded by nature, a community of people with the same passion as them and the resources and networks necessary to make it happen. It fills Campers, top to bottom, with a renewed sense of hope, and sense that yes, they can change the world, and yes, they can do it on a global scale, with this community. It's a powerful resistance to simply talking about making change.”
What we really do
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The Innovation Process
Campers work in teams on their Sustainable Development Goal Tracks to develop new ideas to complex global problems. Teams follow our unique innovation process, which uses a methodology of human-centred design geared toward post-Camp action, all supported by counselors and expert mentors.
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Social Activities
Innovation comes from more than just hard work. It's about building connections that last long after Camp 2030 is over. Meaningful friendships can’t just come from innovation. That’s why, all throughout the week, we provide opportunities for you to kick back and hang with new friends - authentically.
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The Solutions Hub
On the final day of Camp 2030, Campers return to New York City for the final pitch competition, during Global Goals Week and the UNGA. The finalist team from each Track is invited to pitch their solution to an expert judging panel for the opportunity to be crowned the Global Winner of Camp 2030.
Hear it yourself
The heart of Camp 2030 is our community. Hear what our Campers have to say about their experience.
A week at Camp 2030
Our Detailed Camp Agenda will be released in August 2024, but here’s what the week generally looks like!
Day 1: Departure from NYC
Campers gather in New York City to depart via coach bus to Camp Echo Lake, and meet each other for the first time.
Day 2-5: Innovation Lab
Meet your teams, and innovate new solutions to the world’s biggest complex problems. Each day, you’ll work through the self guided process, and each night, join us for a social activity!
Day 5 (Night): 1st round pitching
Get ready to pitch! On day 5, all teams will prepare an action plan and pitch that they will deliver live to in-person expert judges. The top team of each track will move on to pitch at the Solutions Hub.
Day 6: The Solutions Hub
Return to New York City for the first day of Global Goals Week where the winning teams pitch their solution for the chance to become the Global Winner, and Campers will have the chance to network with industry leaders amd partners.
do good, have fun doing it.
So what’s the ultimate summer camp experience?
Beyond the hard work and dedication to create new solutions, Campers dive into a classic American summer camp experience.
We’re talking all the things you’ve dreamt of: high ropes, kayaking, paddleboarding, football, basketball, tennis, swimming, cabins, wildlife, and the great outdoors.
Every night at Camp, we also have Social Events, which change year to year.
Our 2023 Social Events Included:
Culture Night
Campfires
games night
prom
Camp 2030 takes place at the start of Global Goals Week, a UN Foundation Initiative that aligns with UN High-Level Week as part of the United Nations General Assembly.
GGW offers a unique opportunity for Campers to stay in New York following Camp 2030 to immerse in more international opportunities post-Camp. Our Solutions Hub, on the last day of Camp 2030, occurs in New York City, across from the UN headquarters as a part of Global Goals Week, and Campers are given the opportunity to network with industry partners.
We offer additional packages and add-ons for Campers to receive the full UN Global Goals Week Experience.
