Camp UNique
Camp UNique is a quarterly youth camp organized by "U" Niquely "U", Inc., in partnership with the local police and local MMA gym. The camp is aimed at empowering youth between the ages of 10 and 17, helping them build self-confidence, self-esteem, and empathy for others. The program follows a solution-based, experiential approach to provide students with a deeper understanding of themselves, fostering self-respect and respect for others. It also equips them with tools to avoid negative self-judgment and address bullying or cyberbullying situations
Program Goals & Objectives
Our mission is to guide and support troubled youth, particularly those grappling with bullying, low self-esteem, and a lack of confidence. We strive to empower students as change agents, fostering an atmosphere of respect, acceptance, and safety. Throughout our program, participants will:
- Understand the root, causes, and impacts of bullying and cyberbullying.
- Acknowledge the effects of their actions and words on others.
- Learn how to report bullying incidents effectively.
- Master bystander intervention techniques.
- Develop resilience strategies to silence their inner critics.
- Foster self-love and abolish self-bullying behaviors.
- Embrace their individuality and appreciate diversity.
- Cultivate empathy and forge supportive relationships.
- Gain self-defense skills to boost confidence and resilience.
Program Eligibility
This program is designed to assist a diverse group of students facing different challenges. It aims to support students who have experienced bullying, those who engage in bullying behavior, individuals who have witnessed bullying incidents, students with low self-esteem or low self-confidence, and those who have encountered thoughts of suicide or have made suicide attempts. We invite you to share a brief statement about your personal story and explain why you believe you should be selected to participate in the program.
Requirements:
1. Age Restriction: Applicants must be between 10 and 17 years old.
2. Application Submission: Interested individuals must submit a completed application for their desired class by the specified deadline and meet the aforementioned criteria.
3. Limited Acceptance: The program will accept the first 25 completed applications submitted quarterly, provided they meet the program’s eligibility requirements.
4. Quarterly Applications: Applicants may apply to the program each quarter until they are accepted.
*To ensure that as many local youth as possible can benefit from the program, participants are allowed to complete it only once.
Upcoming Dates
August 1, 2026 - Union Baptist Church Gymnasium, Macon, Georgia 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
October 2026 Date TBD
January 2027 Date TBD
Program Schedule
11:00 p.m.-12:00 p.m. -Registration/Social Block
12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.- Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Anti-Bullying, Empathy training by UNiquely U
1:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. - Lunch will be served
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. - Bullying Bystanders/Upstanders training - Local Police Department
3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. - Self-Defense training - Local MMA Gym
4:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. - Certificate and Banner Signing Ceremony
5:00 p.m.-5:15 p.m. - Dismiss/Pickup
