BBYO, a century-old beacon of Jewish youth leadership and community, is thrilled to announce a dynamic new partnership with the Merage Jewish Community Center (JCC) aimed at enriching and expanding leadership programs for Jewish teens in Orange County for the 2024-2025 school year.
Since its founding in 1924, BBYO has been dedicated to empowering Jewish teens through exceptional programming, enriching experiences, and robust leadership development. This latest collaboration with the Merage JCC underscores BBYO’s ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant, supportive community where teens can explore their identities, cultivate leadership skills, and build lasting connections.
“Our partnership with the Merage JCC is a powerful step forward in our shared mission to elevate the experiences of Jewish teens in Orange County,” said Liz Weisman, Community Director of Pacific Western Region BBYO. “Together, we’re creating a pathway for these teens to not only discover their own potential but also to become influential leaders who will shape the future of our community.”
“This partnership embodies the spirit of community and collaboration that the Merage JCC stands for,” said Carly Middlebrooks, Director of Teen Engagement. “We are excited that the Jewish Federation Orange County and the Jewish Community Foundation are supporing our shared goal and are contributing to the growth and development of Orange County’s Jewish youth. Collaboratively, our organizations are creating meaningful experiences that empower teens to become tomorrow’s leaders.”
The partnership welcomes Matan Malka to lead these efforts. Originally from San Diego, Malka brings a strong background in education and marketing, coupled with a deep appreciation for global travel. With a wealth of experience in Jewish youth organizations, Malka is excited to be working with teens to foster friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime.
Learn more about BBYO and Merage JCC.
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About BBYO
BBYO is the leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in meaningful Jewish experiences. For 100 years, 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), provide exceptional leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences, shaping the confidence and character of hundreds of thousands of alumni who are 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 approaching 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.