CONVENTIONS:
Conventions are basically weekend-long programs. They can be as short as one night to four nights, and as small in participation as Hazakah only, to as large as the entire International Order. Conventions are usually held at different locations, such as Zaban JCC, Camp Barney, Camp Coleman, Rock Eagle 4H Center, or a member's house. Registration for Council, Regional, and International Conventions is always through www.b-linked.org.
TYPES OF CONVENTIONS:
Chapter Conventions:
Chapter Convention: A weekend in which Hazakah will travel to a location to strengthen our brotherly bonds. Usually marks the last event of the year. This is were Chapter Lifetimes are given. Occurs in April/May.
Council and Regional Conventions:
Leadership Summit Shabbaton (LSS): All Chapter Board Members spend a weekend at the JCC to learn about their job roles and responsibilities within the chapter and to improve their leadership skills. Occurs in August.
New Member Convention (NMC): A convention designed to attract, educate, and hook freshmen to BBYO. Attended by all Freshmen BBYO members and veteran steerers. Occurs in September.
Southern Regional Convention (SRC): A fun, social, and spirit based convention where chapters from Southern Region (Atlanta Council and Dixie Council) meet up to show off their spirit at Runoffs. Occurs in November.
Kallah: Kallah is a weekend focused on Judaism, social action, and community service and is open to all members who are interested in an opportunity to further connect to Judaism, learn how to be an advocate for Israel, get involved in their community, and have fun with their BBYO friends. Occurs in January.
Atlanta Council Spring Convention (ACSC): Convention for only Atlanta Council. A very fun and chill convention where council lifetimes are given and next year's Council Board is elected. Occurs in March
International Conventions:
International Convention (IC): Convention for all of BBYO around the world. IC is where the next Grand and International Boards are elected. Occurs in February.
Chapter Convention: A weekend in which Hazakah will travel to a location to strengthen our brotherly bonds. Usually marks the last event of the year. This is were Chapter Lifetimes are given. Occurs in April/May.
Council and Regional Conventions:
Leadership Summit Shabbaton (LSS): All Chapter Board Members spend a weekend at the JCC to learn about their job roles and responsibilities within the chapter and to improve their leadership skills. Occurs in August.
New Member Convention (NMC): A convention designed to attract, educate, and hook freshmen to BBYO. Attended by all Freshmen BBYO members and veteran steerers. Occurs in September.
Southern Regional Convention (SRC): A fun, social, and spirit based convention where chapters from Southern Region (Atlanta Council and Dixie Council) meet up to show off their spirit at Runoffs. Occurs in November.
Kallah: Kallah is a weekend focused on Judaism, social action, and community service and is open to all members who are interested in an opportunity to further connect to Judaism, learn how to be an advocate for Israel, get involved in their community, and have fun with their BBYO friends. Occurs in January.
Atlanta Council Spring Convention (ACSC): Convention for only Atlanta Council. A very fun and chill convention where council lifetimes are given and next year's Council Board is elected. Occurs in March
International Conventions:
International Convention (IC): Convention for all of BBYO around the world. IC is where the next Grand and International Boards are elected. Occurs in February.