Free Write:
My initial experience as an Anytown Delegate
I was first introduced to Anytown in high school. As a
student leader, I was eager to
engage with any leadership development programs I could get into. What I found
with Anytown though was much more profound than anything I could have hoped
for. Ironically enough, I was not searching to have such a mind opening
experience. I was just looking for another leadership experience.
What I found however, was much more. I was challenged to
question my understanding of myself and my community. As a delegate, I confronted issues regarding stereotypes, disabilities, gender,
occupations, faith and religion, body types, sexual orientation, class and
privilege. The week was profound and life-changing, deepening my
appreciation for others.
I was inspired to get deeper involved
with the organization and help others have the same experience I did. The first
step was to become a camp counselor that next year. Since then I have participated
in 6 camps. Once I came to ASU I looked to be more involved so I worked out an
internship role where I not only acted as a counselor but also had a hand in
deepening the organization mission outside of camp.
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