REMEMBERING THE EMPOWERING STAY PROJECT
In June 2024, the teams at Stray Kids Comeback Guide and OutreachRacha—together with a group of incredibly dedicated SKZWHO STAYs—proudly launched the Empowering STAY Project. One year later, the project was officially archived and its content restructured into new sections across our website, redesigned to align with the site's evolving core aesthetic.
Although the project no longer exists in its original form, the SKZCBGuide Team will never forget its impact or the memories it created. As a tribute to the STAYs who poured their hearts into bringing it to life, we’ve created this dedication page—an enduring reminder of what we built together and the spirit that made it possible.
“You want weapons? We're in a library! Books! The best weapons in the world! This room's the greatest arsenal we could have - arm yourselves!”
~David Tennant, 10th Doctor (DOCTOR WHO - ‘Tooth and Claw’ 2006)
This powerful quote inspired the essence of our project: one of the most potent weapons in the world is knowledge. As a fanbase, SKZCBGuide believed in the transformative power of information and remained committed to equipping STAYs everywhere with the knowledge they needed to support Stray Kids passionately and effectively. OutreachRacha worked to show STAYs how to implement that power by applying the information in practical, actionable ways. Together, the teams reached out to individuals who were eager to help.
Everyone involved in the project recognized that every comeback was an opportunity to amplify our voices and show unwavering support for the group we love. However, navigating the complexities of music charts, comeback seasons, streaming guidelines, voting processes, and promotional activities often felt daunting. That’s where we stepped in to help as much as we could.
The teams at Stray Kids Comeback Guide and OutreachRacha—along with several hardworking STAYs known as SKZWHO, who were privately recruited—developed EMPOWERING STAYS, a project dedicated to arming the fandom with the best weapon: knowledge. Our goal was to help as many STAYs as possible gain the insights and strategies they needed to support Stray Kids with confidence and purpose.
Through comprehensive research, detailed guides, and coordinated outreach efforts, we sought to demystify the intricacies of fan support. We were here to empower—to ensure that every STAY had the tools and understanding necessary to make a meaningful impact. Whether a seasoned fan or new to the fandom, the resources offered through StrayKidsComebackGuide.com and OutreachRacha’s servers were designed to help STAYs navigate a complex landscape with clarity and enthusiasm.
Together, we harnessed the power of collective knowledge to build a wave of support that echoed across the globe. We armed ourselves with the most powerful tools we had—our knowledge, our passion, and our unwavering dedication to Stray Kids.
Arm Yourselves, Help Empower STAYs Everywhere!
The Empowering STAY Original Project Teaser
The Empowering STAY Project Finale
We wanted to leave the project finished with the thoughts, hopes and words from those who worked on the project.
We wanted STAYS to hear from STAYS. These were the letters they left behind....
Meet the SKZWHO Involved in the Empowering STAY Project
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Admin 🐺 | @SKZCBGuide - Project Co-Admin & Graphics Team Leader, Whovian, Twitter Admin & Proud Member of Stray Kids Comeback Guide Team
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Allie | @energysavingm0d - Project Co-Admin & Writing and Editing Team Leader, Waggish W(OR)dsmith and Sanest Admin at OutreachRacha, the Oncoming Storm
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Meowracha | @crystal28822 - Data Team Leader, Founding Member, Deductive Dataist, Defender at OutreachRacha
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Kari | @StayKariousMost - Research Team Leader, Sane Admin of OutreachRacha
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Shara | @smskz06Sonic -Events Team Leader, exSTREAMist and Sanest Admin at OutreachRacha. Allons-y!
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Kari | @Quokkari0325 -Floating Team Leader, Squirreliest and Sanest Admin at OutreachRacha
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Admin ☀️ | @SKZCBGuide_Team - Graphics Team, YouTube & TikTok Admin at Stray Kids Comeback Guide
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Vannie | @Van_ville8 - Research & Writing Team Member, President of Noonatown and proud member of TypoRacha
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Steph | @boltsfan71 - Data, Research & Writing Team Member, Organizer of Copious Data for STAY aka OCD for STAY
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Meg | @stayverfd - Data & Research Team Member, One Badass STAY
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Manda(lina) | @postpunkpanda - Research & Writing Team Member, Paboracha Noona and Hanquokka Fanatic
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Marcie | @pourlevenom - Graphics Team Member, Emostay Royalty, Proud Visual Storyteller and Brainstormer at Outreachracha
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Dawn | @BrazenLive - Graphics & Writing Team Member, STAY.D.I.S Designer
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Andrea0325_ - Research & Writing Team Member, Stray Kids Comeback Guide Data & Tracking Team
To the SKZWHO STAYs who helped bring the Empowering STAY Project to life,
Though the project has since evolved and found new purpose across different sections of the site, its heart remains the same—and so does our gratitude. The time, energy, and dedication you poured into it will never be forgotten. We are still incredibly proud of what we created together. It wasn’t just a project—it was a moment in time defined by passion, collaboration, and a profound love for Stray Kids and STAY. You helped build something meaningful, something that left a mark, and that will always matter.
This dedication page is for you. We hope that every time you visit it, you're reminded of the joy we shared, the teamwork that brought us together, and the purpose that fueled our efforts. It’s a quiet tribute to the long nights, the endless stream of memes, the deep dives into Doctor Who, the meticulous planning, and the laughter that echoed behind the scenes. More than that, it’s a celebration of the friendships that were formed and strengthened along the way.
Thank you for being a part of this chapter. Thank you for helping us empower STAY. You’ll always have a place in SKZCBGuide’s story—and in our hearts.
With all our love and respect,
—The SKZCBGuide Team