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December 3-6, 2026 | Mikell Camp & Conference Center
Diocese of Atlanta
The Province IV Youth Leadership Gathering is the annual meeting of Episcopal youth and adult leaders from the twenty dioceses in the Southeastern United States that comprise Province IV. This year, we will gather at Camp Mikell (Toccoa, Georgia), the camp and conference of the Diocese of Atlanta.

For more on this gathering — including who's invited, travel information, facility details, and ways each diocese can contribute to this gathering visit our website!
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MIKELL COMMUNITY COVENANT

The following is the code of conduct we expect all participants* to abide by while participating in the Province IV Youth Leadership Gathering. It is the policy of The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta ("Diocese") that all events and activities conducted by the Diocese or on its property observe the following guidelines, which are to be interpreted in a manner consistent with the mission and doctrine of The Episcopal Church.
  1. Responsible officials** will model and promote behavior of and towards all Participants in keeping with the Baptismal Covenant found in the Book of Common Prayer.

  2. All participants will uphold Safe Church policies in all interactions with students at all times. (Review our policies here.

  3. Bullying, fighting, abusive or offensive language, engaging in threats or coercion, or any other aggressive behavior is prohibited. 

  4. Any activity that presents a serious risk of personal injury or emotional harm to any Participant or other person is prohibited.

  5. There is zero tolerance for any form of sexual harassment, including physical and verbal actions. Inappropriate touching, sexual solicitations, or bodily exposure is strictly prohibited.

  6. Weapons or items that appear to be/create the impression of dangerous weapons are prohibited, with the exception of items used as props for play and games, kitchen utensils, necessary equipment and tools, and other objects with a benign purpose that do not threaten Participants or create fear of harm (e.g. a bow and arrow for an archery event).
  7. Student and Adult Leaders must treat student disclosures with respect and are prohibited from sharing students' private information with other students or adults, except as is needed to report disclosures or suspicions of abuse, self-harm, or harm to others. Leaders who suspect or receive disclosures of abuse, self-harm, or harm to others must report to Event Leadership immediately.
  8. Tobacco products are not permitted.
  9. Participants below the legal drinking age shall not use or have possession of alcoholic beverages. While supervising minors, adults are prohibited from drinking.
  10. Illegal drugs and other non-prescribed controlled substances are prohibited. 
  11. Discrimination on any basis is prohibited by The Episcopal Church and will not be tolerated. 
  12. Responsible Officials shall apply these rules using common sense and good judgment, and not in an arbitrary or unreasonable manner. 
*Participants are any adults, children, or youth participating in the event.
**Responsible Officials refers to adults who are acting for or in coordination with The Episcopal Church, Province IV, or the Diocese of Atlanta to host or lead the event.
PROVINCE IV MEETING EXPECTATIONS
  1. Be on time and present at all meetings, organized activities, and meals. If you are going to be late, let your Diocesan Youth Leader or another adult know beforehand.

  2. Do not enter the living space of others' without an invitation from those in that space. This includes bunks and bathroom stalls (dorms) and bedrooms/bathrooms (cottages). 
  3. We will begin each meal with a prayer. Meal attendance is not optional.
  4. We will begin each morning session with prayer and meditation, as well as celebrate the Holy Eucharist at least once during the gathering. We will pray for each other daily and share prayer requests.
  5. Remain within the bounds of the event space on Mikell property. Do not leave camp property for any reason, except in the event of an emergency in the company of at least two adults.
  6. All youth participants must be in their own sleeping area between the hours of 11pm and 7am. Quiet hours are between 11p-7a. 
DURING MEETING TIMES
  1. Strive to uphold the promises made in our Baptismal Covenant.
  2. One person speaks at a time using "I" statements.
  3. If you want to share sensitive or confidential information, inform the group before sharing.
  4. Be direct and specific in your statements
  5. Speak for yourself and not for the group or others.
  6. Be honest and open with ideas and feelings.
  7. Be responsible for your own needs, actions, and thoughts.
I have carefully read and comprehended the expectations listed above. I acknowledge and agree to abide by the behavioral expectations created for the 2026 Province IV Youth Networking Meeting. In the event that I violate any of these expectations, I consent to being sent back home at my own expense.

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