P.O. Box 391101 Deltona, FL 32739 • Office (386) 532-1699 • Fax (386) 532-1922

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Use these links to find out more about Kamp Khalil. For additional information, email us at info@kampkhalil.com

• Origins

• Founders

• Board of Directors

• Mission

• Objective

• History

We are also listed with:

• $150 Early Registration
  deadline- June 25, 2008

• $175 Late Registration
  deadline- July 9, 2008

Kamp Origins
Khalil is Arabic for "true friend". There are several reasons we chose to name the camp, Kamp Khalil. The first reason we chose the name was because it has its roots in the Arabic language. The second reason we chose the name was because it is catchy and appeals to the need of all youth to find validation in strong, true friendships. The third reason we chose the name was because it is our family name, and we wanted to establish a legacy for our children to the benefit of all children of future generations.

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Kamp Founders

Hanif M. Khalil and Baiyina H. Khalil began Kamp Khalil in September of 2003. Both graduated from Florida State University in December of 2002, with a Bachelors degree in Sport Management and English Education, respectively. After graduating, both wanted to begin working toward their family goals. One of their family goals was to establish youth-oriented programs.

Hanif and Baiyina reflected on the institutions and events that had the greatest influence on their development. Those that were the most effective were those that educated them on Islam, allowed them to develop their leadership skils, provided opportunties to learn the value of teamwork, and increased the time spent with other Muslim youth. It is Hanif and Baiyina's desire to serve and use their lives to provide the same opportunties to the next generation. And so, Kamp Khalil was founded.

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Board of Directors

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Kamp Mission
Kamp Khalil, Inc. is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to develop positive self-identity and encourage long-term friendships among youth. Teenagers often express a desire to have more social activities, and parents often voice concern over their child's need for positive influences and quality education. The mission of Kamp Khalil is to provide a solution to these concerns.

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Kamp Objective
The objective of Kamp Khalil is to teach youth ages 12-18 life skills. Each year we will have several open forums designed to stimulate critical thinking and motivate the youth into positive action. Topics will include, but not be limited to…

• Leadership

• Positive Communication

• Health and Sexuality

• Dollars and Sense

We will also have hours of activities, such as canoeing, a talent showcase, sport competitions, Khalil Khaos, and much more!

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Kamp History
The 1st annual Kamp Khalil was a 4-day event beginning on July 29, 2004. As cars and vans, filled with eager youth and adults, arrived at the Deerhaven Campgrounds, we were all excited to discover what Kamp Khalil had to offer. 27 youth and over a dozen adults from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Kansas City, and North Carolina introduced themselves for the first time that day and departed as friends. Many of the youth have kept in contact throughout the years. Events like “Khalil Khaos” basketball competitions, canoeing and a talent show have become the highlights of the weekend. Every summer the participants bring a new energy to the weekend, making each year more hype than the last. For the 2nd Annual Kamp Khalil we had 34 registrants and added Indiana and Georgia to our list of participating states. For the 3rd Annual Kamp Khalil we increased our participation again to 46 youth, and also added Maryland to our list of participating states.

Each year, we have a new theme and workshop sessions designed to educate and empower the youth. The objective of Kamp Khalil is to teach life skills. These are just some of the activities we have had through out the years. For dollars and sense, the youth were asked to look at some photos of “junk” and work as a group to find creative ways to make money using the items. For understanding sexuality, youth were asked to role play a scene in which they are being pressured into having sex. For positive communication, youth were asked to analyze popular songs and create more positive lyrics. For health, youth were asked to answer some basic questions about our digestive and excretory systems and educated about how to improve their bodies’ functions. For leadership, youth completed the “I Spy” game in which they learned the dynamics of suspicion, trust, and distrust in a leaderless group.

At the conclusion of the weekend, the youth, team leaders, and volunteers all complete evaluation forms which are reviewed and used in improving the workshops and activities each year. Because Kamp Khalil was created for the sole purpose of increasing the quality of the life for those that attend, we are dedicated to improving each year with the feedback from the youth. Their voice is the most powerful guiding force for Kamp Khalil. May Allah continue to reward us all in our efforts to please him.

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