About Us…
Who is TQAMP?
TQAMP (Formerly Transplaining for Camps) evolved from a project called Transplaining, which was co-founded by Chris Rehs-Dupin in August of 2020. After many years in the camping industry, Chris was deeply familiar with the many ways the camp industry was failing 2SLGBTQIA+ young people and staff- and worked to lay the foundation of an empathetic training and consultation service to help support camps that wanted to do better.
In recognition of the impact, efficacy and potential of our team, Transplaining for Camps will launch as an independent 501(c)(3)--TQAMP– in 2024. TQAMP will continue to support the industry as a leader in equipping leadership, boards, and frontline staff with the tools necessary to create safe(r) affirming environments for campers of all gender identities and sexualities.
FAQs for TQAMP’s Transition
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Great question! When deciding to launch independently, we wanted a name that referenced camp and centered the experiences of Trans* and Queer folks. Depending on who you are and what you need, TQAMP could mean: Trans* and Queer A (Affinity, Advising, Affirmation) M (Mentorship, Management, Mission, Movement), P (Project, Plan, Program). As a team, we are excited about starting with a name that, at its core, is both grounded and full of possibility.
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We’ll continue to deliver the same services and nothing will change about our current contracts or the work we’re doing together. We are bringing SO much excitement for this new phase into our meetings and hope it’s contagious!
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We will keep providing the same services…AND MORE! This transition will allow us to expand our support for camps and youth-serving organizations, provide reduced-fee services and reduce barriers to accessing services across the board.
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Keep prioritizing the safety and wellbeing of queer and trans staff and campers. AND join our mailing list and stay tuned for ways to donate, what we’re up to, and general news about TQAMP.