An alarming number of antisemitic and anti-Israel incidents take place on college campuses each year, posing a serious challenge to Jewish students and to their Jewish identity. 
 

To prepare students to face these challenges with confidence, the Anti-Defamation League of Orange County/Long Beach and the Rose Project of Jewish Federation of Orange County have partnered to develop The Youth Leadership Initiative. Launching this fall, this dynamic eight-week program provides a platform for a select group of high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to learn with experts as they explore their Jewish identity and connection to Israel while gaining knowledge and skills to counter antisemitism and Israel delegitimization on their future college campuses, on social media, and beyond.

Participants will

• Explore their Jewish identity and how Israel fits into their story of self
• Understand trends on college campus and how Israel fits into broader conversations.
• Engage with experts and activists who are making a difference
• Gain leadership, dialogue and organizing skills
• Graduate with the knowledge, experience, and confidence to engage with and advocate for Israel in a meaningful way

Youth Leadership Initiative is right for you if you:

• Are concerned about antisemitism and/or delegitimization on or off campus
• Want to gain skills to help you navigate antisemitism or Israel delegitimization, or to learn how be proactive in seeking to prevent them
• Seek to strengthen your understanding of, and connection to, Israel
• Are looking for a unique way to add to your college application

For more information contact: 

We are grateful to the Jewish Community Foundation of Orange County for their generous sponsorship of this program