Our systems are collapsing. Black Campers will reimagine them — and Black history & culture will light the way.
NAACP Las Vegas is proud to bring Black Camp to our community — three days of dialogue, masterclasses, and restoration for the leaders our moment demands.
A Hogwarts for the people's leaders.
Many of us are yearning for a place to keep it real — to share knowledge, to celebrate and uplift Black contributions, and to build a thriving future together. Black Camp is that place to start dreaming and building.
Led by veteran strategist and teacher Jessica Byrd, Black Camp is an immersive experience rooted in Black history and culture. It brings together Black and multiracial leaders through masterclasses, open sessions, wellness, and shared activities — the dialogue we need right now.
"Have you been waiting for a space to keep it real? To talk solutions, not just problems? This is it."
Our community deserves this kind of space — and this kind of investment.
Last year, campers across the country found a gathering that stuck with them. Now Black Camp is making its way West, and NAACP Las Vegas is honored to bring it home. We're inviting leaders from across the region to build a new world with us — over three days of the State of Black America, Systems & Power, Community Care, Worldbuilding, and Leadership.
Four masterclasses, built to build on each other.
Led by Jessica Byrd, each masterclass is discussion-heavy and designed to compound. Join one or join them all.
Class admission closes 15 minutes after start time. All masterclasses are off-the-record.
How camp flows.
Travel day. Settle in with regional recommendations and get grounded before programming begins.
Two masterclasses with creative and wellness activities woven throughout the day.
Two more masterclasses, wellness, and creative sessions across the day.
Extended dialogue, vendors, wellness offerings, and regional activities for the whole community.
Camp opens daily at 10am · Programming begins at 11am · The space stays open for working, socializing, and restoration.
The practical details.
Pay-what-you-can
Black Camp is a nonprofit committed to accessible community programming. The full value of the experience is $300 — contribute any amount for yourself or another camper, or nothing at all. It won't be tracked with your registration.
What's included
Once you arrive, everything you need is provided at no additional cost — food, supplies, and daily activities are all covered.
What to plan for
Travel to and from camp and lodging are your own to arrange — book independently before your dates. Registered campers receive local accommodation recommendations and a prep call two weeks out.
Build a new world with us in Las Vegas.
Join NAACP Las Vegas and leaders from across the region, September 17–19. RSVP closes the Friday before camp begins.
Questions? Reach the Black Camp team at grow@black.camp