Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/leadership-beyond-the-binaryInsights on Gender Stereotypes and Expanding Leadership Styles in CampsIn this episode of The Pudding, hosts Dr. Mandi Baker and Travis Allison interview Dr. Kiah DeVona, a recent PhD graduate from the University of Connecticut. Kiah discusses her research on gender and leadership in camp settings, notably focusing on how camps can support women and non-binary individuals in leadership roles and the impact of gender stereotypes on leaders in day camps. The team also explores the broader implications of leadership structures and the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all genders in camp leadership.00:00 Meet the Hosts & Kiah’s Path to Camp Research02:35 Exploring Gender Stereotypes and Leadership in Camps09:26 The Importance of Traditionally “Feminine” Leadership Skills15:24 Promoting Inclusive Leadership at Camps21:22 Shifting Thinking Around Leadership Styles27:18 Communicating Safety & Care Over Fun to Parents30:57 Encouraging Women and Non-Binary Leaders32:29 Future Directions & Episode Wrap-upYour HostsDr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - [email protected] Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - [email protected]. Kiah DeVona, Adjunct Faculty, UConn Neag School of Education - [email protected] Links of InterestKiah DeVona on Google ScholarThanks to our sponsors!The American Camp Association - IllinoisThe American Camp Association of Illinois is made up of nearly 289,000 members, volunteers, campers, families, and professionals who believe in the power of camp. We work to disrupt the effects of poverty by providing fundamental services for children and families, and learning opportunities for camp professionals. Learn more about ACA Illinois by visiting acail.org.CamptivitiesYou know the impact you want camp to make in a child’s life. But figuring out the day-to-day details can be overwhelming. Let Camptivities help you make that impact by streamlining the creation of your camp activity schedules. Schedule a demo at camptivities.com.Free Resilient Camp Blueprint Diagnostic: https://camp.mba/travisTake it once a month to see how all of your work is progressing.  Free Resilient Camp Blueprint Diagnostic: https://camp.mba/travisTake it once a month to see how all of your work is progressing. 

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