TJJ Poland is a four-week program that challenges participants to confront Jewish history and develop leadership skills to help build the Jewish future. TJJ Poland is designed for JSUers with a high level of intellectual and emotional maturity, proven leadership ability and strong involvement in NCSY/JSU. While preference will be given to previous TJJ participants, TJJ Poland is open to qualified applicants who have not previously attended a summer program.
Was TJJ a life-changing experience for you? TJJ Poland is the next step in that transformation. On TJJ Poland you will develop the skills necessary to lead educational, Israel advocacy and social action events in your city.
Spend a week in Poland reflecting on Jewish history in Europe and the role of tragedy in the creation of Jewish identity. Afterwards, travel to Israel and tour the land through the lens of Jewish thought, history and leadership
Step outside of your comfort zone and meet a select and diverse group of public school teens from around the country. Confront fundamental questions related to Jewish identity and collaborate with the staff to help create educational and leadership programming.