This was a two-year course to learn how to be a youth leader for children ages 9-15. During this program, we covered mental health issues, bullying, social problems, abuse, and how to deal with these issues if they arise during the residential camp. At a 3-week camp last year, I planned an activity about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Since this is such a sensitive topic, I had to do extensive research to produce a balanced point of view. Being a camp leader meant that I was for all intents and purposes loco parentes for the children. This was a huge responsibility as I had to deal with a number of sensitive issues. From this experience I learned communication skills, how to use my initiative and developed my leadership skills to a whole new level