Brave Trails
Jessica Weissbuch has a diverse work experience. Jessica is a Co-Founder at Brave Trails since February 2014. Prior to that, they worked as a Program Manager at LifeWorks at the LA Gay & Lesbian Center starting in July 2012. From January 2008, they served as an MFT Intern at The Relational Center. Jessica also worked as a Research Assistant at Friends Community Center from November 2011 to July 2012. Lastly, they were involved with Antioch University from 2008 to 2010 in an unspecified role.
Jessica Weissbuch earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from Bradley University in 2002. Jessica then went on to obtain a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University-Los Angeles in 2010.
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Brave Trails
Mission Transforming LGBTQ youth and families into leaders through summer camp and innovative programming. What we do Brave Trails is more than just your average summer camp. While we have a lot of elements of a typical camp, our main focus is helping our campers grow in to the brave leaders they are destined to be. Our program focuses on four key elements: Leadership, Community Building, Self Realization, and Service. We use workshops, adventure and artistic programming, service projects, peer connections, and positive role models to create a safe space where youth can thrive. With the skills learned at camp, our campers will be primed to thrive in their schools, workplace, and personal life. In addition, our campers will have the knowledge and confidence to be more impactful leaders and implement innovative social change in their communities. Why We Do It Brave Trails was formed to respond to the needs of the large and growing population of LGBTQ youth in the greater Los Angeles area. There is not a summer camp anywhere in our target area, which specifically serves LGBTQ youth. We believe camp provides a unique outlet to build leadership and community while exploring the outdoors and just having some good old fun! Given the current climate of inequality in our world, there is a need to empower the next generation of LGBTQ leaders and give them the tools to continue in the quest for justice and civil rights, for all.