Belonging Done Right.

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Title: Belonging Done Right.
Authors: RIDLOFF, LAUREN
Source: Camping Magazine. Jan/Feb2026, Vol. 99 Issue 1, p18-21. 4p.
Subject Terms: *American Sign Language, Inclusion (Disability rights), Pressure groups, Accessible design, Social belonging, Web accessibility, Deaf people, Campers (Persons)
Abstract: The article focuses on an interview with Lauren Ridloff, an accomplished actress known for her roles in Broadway and Marvel films, who discusses her experiences with summer camp and her advocacy for accessibility and inclusion. Ridloff reflects on her transformative time at Camp Lions, where she communicated solely in American Sign Language (ASL) and found a sense of belonging among other Deaf campers. She emphasizes the importance of integrating individuals with disabilities into decision-making processes to foster true accessibility and belonging in various environments, including summer camps. Ridloff encourages genuine connections and communication, advocating for a proactive approach to inclusion that begins long before campers arrive. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The article focuses on an interview with Lauren Ridloff, an accomplished actress known for her roles in Broadway and Marvel films, who discusses her experiences with summer camp and her advocacy for accessibility and inclusion. Ridloff reflects on her transformative time at Camp Lions, where she communicated solely in American Sign Language (ASL) and found a sense of belonging among other Deaf campers. She emphasizes the importance of integrating individuals with disabilities into decision-making processes to foster true accessibility and belonging in various environments, including summer camps. Ridloff encourages genuine connections and communication, advocating for a proactive approach to inclusion that begins long before campers arrive. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:07404131