National Convention Recap!

Teens from across the country reunited several weeks ago at National Convention; this year had the highest number of teens registered in more than a decade!


The teens had a magical Shabbat together - enjoying unplugging from everyday life and devices, connecting with one another, and participating in YJ shabbat traditions.


On Saturday, there was meaningful educational programming focused on Israel, with discussions of Israeli history, the current political landscape, and an honoring of Omer Neutra, a member of the YJ family.


On Sunday teens participated in a Conference on Antisemitism, this year’s National Initiative, with group discussions, workshops, and keynote presentations from Adela Cojab and Vanessa Hidary on their experiences. The teens also held an asepha to elect the incoming National Mazkirut! Thank you to everyone who was involved and participated in National Convention this year, it was a wonderful time together!


See photos from National Convention here

Read a Reflection of National Convention by Nomi Gedzelman, National Mazkira

Read It Here

Midwest Convention Registration is closing on February 20th!

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Upcoming Conventions


SWeeT Convention (Southwest, West, Texas): March 21-23, Woodcreek, TX


Northeast Convention: April 4-6, Lakewood, PA


Deals:

• Sign up early (up until 1 month before registration closes), save $50!

• First time at Convention? Save $50!

• Sign up for two or more conventions: Save $100 on each!


Email yjteens@youngjudaea.org with any questions!

What's coming up?

SAVE THE DATE: On April 27th there will be a YJ Teens National Day Against Antisemitism. More info coming soon!

Midwest Events @midwestyoungjudaea, @pittsburghyoungjudaea

Chicago

Scavenger Hunt

Monday, February 17

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Pittsburgh

Shabbaton

Fri-Sat, February 28-March 1

Register Here


🎉 Midwest Convention

Thurs- Sun, March 6-9, Ingleside, IL

Register Here

For Chicago and general Midwest questions, email Zeevie, zeevie.drizin@youngjudaea.org


For Pittsburgh specific questions, email Evan, evan.ressel@youngjudaea.org



Northeast Events

@northeastyoungjudaea

Northeast Antisemitism Discussion

Sunday, February 9, Manhattan, NY

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Visit to the Anne Frank Exhibit in NYC

Sunday, February 23

Register Here


🎉 Northeast Convention

Fri-Sun, April 4-6, Lakewood, Pennsylvania

Register Here


Purim Overnight

Sat-Sun, March 8-9, Kaplen JCC on the Palisades (Tenafly, NJ)

Register Here


NYC Jewish Food Tour

Sunday, May 18

Registration Coming Soon


Email Lea at lea.kamil@youngjudaea.org with any questions

Southeast Events

@southeastyoungjudaea

Camp Judaea Tikkun Olam Trip

Sun-Mon, February 16-17, Asheville, NC

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🎉 SWeeT Convention

March 21-23, Woodcreek, Texas

Register Here


Email southeast.teens@youngjudaea.org with any questions.

West Events

@yjteenswest

Picnic in the Park

Saturday, February 8, Los Angeles, CA

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🎉 SWeeT Convention

March 21-23, Woodcreek, Texas

Register Here


Email west.teens@youngjudaea.org with any questions.

Texas Events

@cyjtxteens

Save the Date - Details to Come!

February 18 in Austin

February 19 in Dallas

February 20 in Houston


🎉 SWeeT Convention

March 21-23, Woodcreek, Texas

Register Here


Email Sophie, sophie.wolf@youngjudaea.org with any questions

Don't see your area listed here? Email us to get started. yjteens@youngjudaea.org

Recently with YJ Teens

Southeast Kickoff Shabbat Dinner

Southeast YJ Teens is officially back in action, and the kickoff Shabbat in Atlanta was a blast! Camp friends reunited and new friendships were formed over pizza, salad, and latkes. They swapped favorite camp memories and amped up the excitement for the upcoming conventions. It was the perfect start to an amazing season ahead!

Northeast Ice Skating


YJ Teens Northeast collaborated with BCHSJS and Merkaz to go ice skating! They played ice breakers and games, enjoyed pizza and hot chocolate, and whirled around the ice! We can’t wait for the next event!

Philadelphia Ice Skating


It was a chilly day but the first YJ Teens Philly event was a success! They reached teens from all different organizations and promoted year round programming while beginning to to plan for future Philly events!

NEW! YJ Teens Swag Store

You’ll now be able to purchase limited-edition YJ Teens t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, and more! Don't forget to tag @yjteens when you post in your swag!

Visit the Store

100 Words on Israel

By Amit Castel, Young Judaea's Central Shaliach

In the latest hostage deal, 10 hostages have been released out of a total of 33, with 25 confirmed alive. The first phase includes future releases scheduled for February 8, 15, and 22, with the final release to take place in the last week of the agreement. It’s expected that these upcoming releases will be smoother, without the obstacles seen in previous phases.



Prime Minister Netanyahu also traveled to Washington to meet with President Donald Trump, discussing peace agreements, particularly with Saudi Arabia, and the Iranian threat.


On the local front, Justice Yitzhak Amit was appointed President of Israel’s Supreme Court, a move expected to lead to a constitutional crisis, with Justice Minister Yariv Levin strongly opposed to the decision.

What's next on your YJ Journey?

Go on YJ's Teen Trip in Israel: Gesher

Spend three life-changing weeks in Israel this summer!


First Session: June 30 - July 21, 2025 OR

Second Session: July 7 - July 28, 2025

Check it Out

Go to YJ's Teen Leadership Camp, Tel Yehudah!

First Session: June 25-July 22

Second Session: July 24-August 11

More About TY

Combine Gesher with another YJ Camp experience! Find all the combos here

For general YJ Teens questions email us at yjteens@youngjudaea.org.

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