NEW YORK — The World Jewish Congress and BBYO are partnering to empower the
next generation of Jewish leaders with high-level training and education to
prepare them for university life and the
future. This alliance will launch at the largest annual
gathering of Jewish teen leaders worldwide, BBYO’s Centennial International
Convention (IC) in Orlando,
Florida, from February 15-19, 2024. While at the convention, a
select group of 63 students from 40
countries will take part in the Jewish Youth Assembly (JYA), a dynamic World
Jewish Congress NextGen initiative that will connect teens from both
organizations with the global Jewish community. Participants in the Assembly
will delve into the diverse tapestry of Jewish
communities around the world as well as engage in meaningful discussions on the
most pressing issues confronting Jewish people today, including the surge in
global antisemitism, support for Israel, and the legacy of the
Holocaust. Throughout their participation
in JYA, delegates will learn and strengthen leadership skills such as public
speaking, team management, and navigating social media. They will also represent
the collective global voice of Jewish youth to the Executive Committee of the
World Jewish Congress. “Our partnership with the World Jewish
Congress exemplifies our organizations’ collective commitment to fostering
leadership among Jewish teens who are ready to leave an indelible mark on the
world,” said Debbie Shemony, Senior Vice President of Marketing and
Communications, BBYO. “We are excited to provide teens with different leadership
development opportunities at the local, regional and international levels, as
well as the tools and training to develop into dedicated leaders who better our
world.” Daniel Radomski, Head of Strategy and Programs for the World Jewish
Congress, said of the new collaboration, “In today's climate, where young Jews
confront escalating hatred daily, both within educational settings and in their
wider communities, it's absolutely critical to empower them with the necessary
skills and resources for an effective response." He added, “This partnership
with BBYO is a testament to our dedication to bring emerging Jewish leaders
into the forefront and equip them with unparalleled training to overcome
challenges. The first ever in-person Jewish Youth Assembly session hosted at
BBYO IC will unite young Jewish leaders during times when solidarity and
connection are more crucial than ever.” This is the third year the World Jewish Congress has convened the Jewish
Youth Assembly. Previous events have been held online. About The World
Jewish Congress The World Jewish Congress
(WJC) is the international organization representing Jewish communities in 100
countries to governments, parliaments and international organizations. To learn
more about the World Jewish Congress please visit our website
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About BBYO BBYO is the leading pluralistic Jewish
teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish
experiences. Since its founding nearly 100 years ago, BBYO’s purpose has been
to unleash the power of youth. BBYO‘s leadership programs, the Aleph Zadik
Aleph (AZA, high school fraternity) and the B’nai B’rith Girls (BBG, high
school sorority), have been providing exceptional leadership programs and
identity enrichment experiences, shaping the confidence and character of
hundreds of thousands of alumni who are among the most prominent figures in
business, politics, academia, the arts, and Jewish communal life. Together, AZA
and BBG form a global Jewish teen movement in over 60 countries around the
world that now approaches its centennial anniversary. With year-round activities in hundreds of local
communities, a plethora of summer leadership programs, and inspiring worldwide
travel experiences, BBYO’s programs enable teens to explore all facets of
leadership, service, civic engagement, Israeli education, and Jewish values.
For more information on BBYO, please visit our website and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.