BBYO International Convention 2016 Program Guide | Page 47

aMAZEing Collaboration, Carroll Come experience the value behind positively harnessing the varying and contrasting strengths of those around you through art and an interactive and collaborative maze! Host: BBYO Central Region West Be a Man: Jewish Male Leadership, BCC 346 For Alephs ONLY: Explore what it means to be a strong, Jewish male leader who is a positive role model for his peers, and understand how we can work together to make sure Judaic involvement is strong in each of our communities.  Host: BBYO Cotton States Region Bottles of Smiles, Paca Join Gavin Roth and Ilana Vines of BBYO Lonestar Region as they create Bottles of Smiles to support children recovering from, and living with, serious illnesses. You can restate a sense of normalcy into the lives of pediatric patients. Take their minds off of treatments and surgeries when you prepare your own bottles filled with toys, activities and a personalized message. Happiness is good for everyone’s health—it helps combat diseases, strengthens immune systems and lengthens lives! Host: BBYO Lonestar Region Daffodil Project, BCC 348 Today we are able to come together from all over the world and celebrate being Jewish. But there was a time in our history when we were not able to be united. After a brief lesson on the Holocaust and modern genocide, we'll show you how you can educate others and take action against atrocities happening around the world today. Host: BBYO Lonestar Region Enough is Enough, Douglass In partnership with It’s On Us, NO MORE and Jewish Women International, Alephs and BBGs are standing up to say “enough” to domestic violence and sexual assault, recognizing that the solution begins with us. It’s a declaration that sexual violence is not only a crime, but a societal problem in which all of us have a role to play. Learn the ways you can stand up with your chapter to create an environment where all men and women feel, and are, safe. Host: BBYO South Jersey Region Gossip Girl ‘Assassins’, Ruth Using social media and technology, play a game of ‘assassins’ and try to find your given targets. As the game unfolds, you’ll gain perspective on the repercussions of spreading rumors and cyberbullying. Host: BBYO Mountain Region Great White North Expo, BCC 339 Join us for an amazing experience to learn about and embrace Canadian culture, identity and food. In four stations you will recreate the Canadian flag, rewrite the anthem, play games and learn more about BBYO in Canada. Host: BBYO Lake Ontario Region Jewish Life Since the Holocaust, BCC 340 What is your vision for the Jewish future? Join Alephs and BBGs from BBYO Balkans members for a discussion about how Jewish life has evolved in different communities over the past few decades and how BBYO has made impact on the lives of Jewish teens worldwide. Host: BBYO Balkans Lean In Together, BCC 345 The Lean In Foundation, established by BBG alumna Sheryl Sandberg, is focused on encouraging girls to pursue their ambitions, and changing the conversation from what we can’t do to what we can do. Learn how to be a strong leader in your community and empower the women in your life to be bold, not bossy.  Host: BBYO Great Midwest Region LGBTQ Inclusion, BCC 349 Take part in interactive simulations and discussions on best practices to ensure that your chapter programs are a safe space for all members. Gain an understanding of how to approach programming that ensures all teens feel comfortable within BBYO. Host: BBYO Northern Region East: DC Council 45