Owning Your Power : Advocating for LGBTQ Inclusion and Equality in a New Political Reality , Cumberland H The American political landscape has changed in the wake of the election . Despite monumental strides for LGBTQ rights over the last 10 years , the current environment may present challenges for LGBTQ people and their families . What does it means to be an ally to and an advocate for the LGBTQ community during this time ? What power do you have as an ally or LGBTQ Jewish young person , and how might you exercise leadership on LGBTQ issues within your secular and Jewish communities ? What do Jewish sources say about using your power ?
Facilitator ( s ): Justin Rosen Smolen , National Director of Youth Programs , Keshet
Remembering the Holocaust : A Survivor ’ s Story , Reunion A Gabriella Karin is a dedicated Holocaust educator and a renowned artist . After surviving the Shoah , Gabriella has dedicated much of her time to educating young people in schools , at the LA Museum of the Holocaust , and the Museum of Tolerance . Outside of her Holocaust education work , Gabriella is an artist and sculptor . Gabriella lives in LA , has been on the March of the Living several times , and was an honored guest at BBYO Kallah ’ s Shabbat to Remember in 2015 and 2016 . Facilitator ( s ): Gabriella Karin , Survivor
Soundscapes with Shalom , Cumberland L Come relax , and take in the sounds of crystal bowls , a Native American drum , bells , chimes and more . This session will give you a chance to rest and rejuvenate , leaving you feeling refreshed , clear headed and focused . Soundscapes has been a smashing hit at Perlman and we are bringing it back to you with more bowls , more instruments and more sounds . An experience not to miss ! Facilitator ( s ): Shalom Mayberg , Yoga / Meditation Instructor & Sound Healer , Shalom 360 , BBYO Perlman Summer Educator
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Starting a School : Turning a Dream into Reality , Sanger B Hear from the youngest high school principal in the history of the State of New York , the story of working with a group of committed educators , students , parents , and community members to create a special school - one designed to see its students grow , succeed , and thrive . Facilitator ( s ): Ben Shuldiner , Distinguished Lecturer of Education Leadership , Hunter College
Start-Up Story , Pegasus A There are many ways to pursue your passion . Hear the story of two guys who took their love for rap and hip-hop and turned it into a business : Rhymeo . It began as a start-up with two best friends and spread to thousands around the world . Hear their rollercoaster story of what they experienced and where it led them to today ! Facilitator ( s ): Josh Jacobs and Justin Ponzcek , Co-Founders , Rhymeo
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The Great Jewish Storybook , Beit Midrash Ever notice how some of our favorite Rabbis and teachers seem to have a ' great story ' for any and every occasion , and it just happens to teach the exact lesson you need to learn at the time ? Our history and text is rich with beautiful tales , important morals , and plenty of scandal too . Join some of your favorite educators for a storytelling sesh for the ages . Facilitator ( s ): Rabbi Mark Bloom , Temple Beth Abraham ; Marc Fein , Program Director , NCSY ; Rabbi Jon Kelsen , Yeshivat Chovevei Torah ; Rabbi Allen Saks , Kosher Miami , BBYO International Kallah ; Annette Saks , BBYO International Kallah ; Rabbi Meir Tannenbaum , Principal , Yavneh Academy of Dallas , BBYO International Kallah
The Ethiopian Jews : A Case Study in a Multicultural State , Reunion H How can a nation like Israel , built from so many different people be united as a country ? The Ethiopian Jewish immigration to Israel created a challenge for Israeli society and yet , they were fortunate to assimilate into the Jewish state . Come hear how , a generation after Operation Moses , the Ethiopian Jewish community is faring . Did they fulfill an ancient dream of returning to Zion ? Are they really a part of Israeli society ?
Facilitator ( s ): Pnina Agenyahu , Senior Shlicha , Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
The Healing Force of Storytelling , Cumberland G What ' s your story ? Today , more than ever , each of us has the ability to tell our story from our perspective . Storytelling can be the best form of therapy and a way to share our inner thoughts and feelings . Join Noa Maiman , an actress and director of Oy Mama , Children of Divorcees , Secret Game , Jerusalem Syndrome , and more as she shares stories of her past and how to best tell yours . Facilitator ( s ): Noa Maiman , Filmmaker and Actress