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Sunday, May 18
 

4:15pm EDT

Social Justice
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will explore the roots and nature of Social Justice in Judaism and how it manifests at camp.
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Melissa Shaw

Educator, she/they
Melissa Shaw is a facilitator and educator who offers a unique consultancy based in social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, social emotional learning and the arts. She has facilitated for school districts, school boards, universities, theaters, congregations, summer camps... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track A

4:15pm EDT

Sports. At. Camp: It's In The Game
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will tackle the field of sports at camp. From slam-dunks like the best games to play, to much more complex 7-10 split situations, such as how to embrace a culture of winning and losing through playing, text study, and getting our heads in the game. Play Ball!
Speakers
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Joel Swedlove

Educator, he/him
Joel is a product of the Jewish Summer Camp. His parents met at UAHC Camp Swig and he believes deeply in the importance of summer camp to the American Jewish community.Joel has coached Basketball for both boys and girls at the middle and high school levels with multiple appearances... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track A

5:15pm EDT

Creating Community with a Queer Lens
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will investigate frameworks, stories, programs, and specific moments at camp to think of ways we can expand them into spaces of belonging for everyone. This session is open to folks of all gender identities and sexual orientations.
Speakers
avatar for Dubbs Weinblatt

Dubbs Weinblatt

Educator, they/he
Dubbs Weinblatt is the Founder and CEO of Thank You For Coming Out, which inspires authenticity and belonging by uplifting, centering, and celebrating LGBTQIA+ stories and identities through DEIB trainings and workshops, their podcast, improv show, and other forms of art and storytelling... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

JEDI Training: Awaken Your JEDI Muscles at Camp
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will dive into Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI), exploring powerful strategies to bring these values to life at camp and create a more inclusive, transformative experience for our campers and staff through the lens of Justice, Equity, and Inclusion work.
Speakers
avatar for Tony J. Westbrook, Jr.

Tony J. Westbrook, Jr.

Educator, he/him
Tony J. Westbrook, Jr. is an award-winning Jewish educator, activist, and community leader with an infectious passion for justice and Jewish life. Based in Los Angeles, Tony has spent his career bridging Jewish values with social justice, leading everything from national service-learning... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

Neurodiversity at Camp
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will learn where neurodiversity fits within a larger social justice framework, identify opportunities for full inclusion of neurodivergent campers at our own camps, and learn strategies we can implement and share to promote neurodiversity inclusive camp environments.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Figurasmith

Rachel Figurasmith

Educator, she/her
Rachel Figurasmith is a nonprofit executive, disability inclusion advocate and long-time Jewish educator. Rachel's professional time is spent primarily leading organizations through periods of transition as an interim leader. She also trains nonprofit professionals and educators on... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

The Quiet Spaces at Camp
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will explore the rich potential of camp's quieter spaces by listening to nature, practicing mindfulness and reflection, approaching rest creatively, crafting space for deep conversation, cultivating the leadership of our introverts, and so much more.
Speakers
avatar for Sarra Alpert

Sarra Alpert

Educator, she/her
Sarra Alpert is the Chief Institute Officer at Avodah, directing Avodah's Institute for Social Change which supports Jewish communal leaders in the ongoing transformation of making our communal spaces, policies, programs and practices more just, inclusive, and engaged in the world... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track B

5:15pm EDT

Working with Teens at Camp
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
In this track we will explore key strategies and skills for engaging and supporting teens at camp this summer.
Speakers
avatar for Jodie Goldberg

Jodie Goldberg

Educator, she/her
Jodie Goldberg is the Founder and Principal of Fleurish Consulting, a practice dedicated to helping individuals and organizations design gatherings that cultivate connection and deepen belonging between people. As a seasoned Jewish professional, Jodie's career features roles such... Read More →
Sunday May 18, 2025 5:15pm - 6:00pm EDT
TBA
  Specialty Track B
 
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