YJ Teens Leaders – Our Mazkiryiot
YJ Teens is a youth movement led by the youth! A Mazkirut (“Maz”) is a teen leadership board that works together to plan and implement programs, recruit for events, summer camps and Israel trips, and guides the direction of the movement each year. Elections, called an Asepha, are convened at each of the conventions, and positions are held for one year, August through the following summer.
Our Maz members receive leadership development programming designed to enhance their experience, and prepare them to be strong leaders in the movement – and beyond! If you see yourself growing into a position of leadership, the best place to start is by getting involved in YJ Teens events near you!
YJ Teens is led by a National Mazkirut who represent teens from across the country and work on programming for the entire movement and National convenings. Each local area has a Regional Mazkirut who plan local and regional events in different areas across the country – you can find more about getting involved here.
Who makes up the Maz?
Mazkir
The Mazkir/a is the dynamic face of YJ Teens, leading the National Mazkirut, connecting with Regional Mazkiriot, and representing Young Judaea with flair.
Administrative VP
The Merakez/et Irgun (AVP) orchestrates all national activities, from scheduling and coordinating conventions to crafting swag and leading Asephot. They work closely with the Mazkir/a and advisors to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Rosh Programmer
The Merakez/et Rosh Chinuch is the mastermind behind programming at events, guiding the team on how to create engaging activities, and spearheading event planning.
Chavurah Programmer
The Merakez/et Chinuch V’Chavurah boosts participation and engagement, especially among new and younger members, while also connecting with external organizations to broaden YJ Teens’ reach.
Israel & Social Action Programmer
The Merakez/et Chinuch L’Yisrael V’Tikun Olam integrates tikkun olam into every program, creating impactful social action events and fostering connections with Israel through year-round programming.
Pirsum
The Pirsum takes charge of social media, newsletters, and outreach, using their expertise to manage the Kol and keep the community informed and engaged.
Join YJ Teens to get to know our leaders and add your voice to the movement!
Email yjteens@youngjudaea.org
Northeast Mazkirut
Mazkir: Daniel Schneiderman
Administrative Vice President (AVP): Ayelet Medjuck-Bruckner
Rosh Programmer: Barra Levy-Mazie
Israel and Social Action Programmer (ISAP): Natalie Pittman
Chavurah Programmer: Yael Friedman
Pirsum: Jesse Flumen
Midwest Mazkirut
Mazkira: Ella Mellman
Administrative Vice President (AVP): Sam Nagorsky
City and Camp Coordinator: Ruth Glaser
Bogrim Programmer: Noa Rieger
Pirsum: Ella Weinberger
Pittsburgh Liaison: Oren Gilboa
Southeast Leadership Va’ad
Lila Duke
Leila Heller
Max Heller
Rowan Mateyak
Talia Pivoshenko
Hilary Taylor
Texas Mazkirut
San Antonio: Gavin Valdez
Houston: Addie Slater
Houston: Liam Samet
West Mazkirut
Mazkira: Hallie Liberman
Administrative Vice President (AVP): Elon Van Pelt
Rosh Programmer: Sophie Green
Chavurah Programmer: Hannah Small
Chavurah Programmer: Summer Brooks
Israel and Social Action Programmer (ISAP): Lian Avitan
Pirsum: Amelia Fletcher