History

Camp Courage, The First Responder’s Society is an incorporated charity established by a firefighter, Andréa Speranza, in January 2006 to introduce female-identified and non-binary youth aged 15-19 to careers as first responders, primarily paramedics, police officers, and firefighters. The camp aimed at providing information, education, inspiration and opportunities to experience the physical demands, providing a better idea of what it takes to act in these roles. The ultimate goal was that the youth would leave with a sense of empowerment and the confidence to believe they can achieve any goal, career or dream they desire.

The camp is 100% free. The selection process includes filling out the application that contains a short-answer question describing how you can improve someone else’s life or your community. Instead of paying tuition, you do what you described. The only limitation is your imagination.