Conventions
Conventions are where the magic of BBYO is truly unleashed, where anywhere from 24 to 5000 teens assemble to celebrate their Judaism.
Conventions may be canceled or include amended itineraries due to COVID-19.
Chapter Conventions
Chapter Bittker Weekend
One AZA chapter and one BBG chapter spend the weekend at the Bittker Center at Tamarack Camps for fun and meaningful Jewish and secular programming. Each chapter has two opportunities per year to bond at Bittker - once in the fall and once in the spring.
Regional Opportunities
Regional Board
Michigan Region's regional board is elected annually and works to bring the very best Jewish experience to the entire region on a larger scale. Many teens opt to run for regional board after finishing one or more terms on chapter board.
President
AZA: Godol
BBG: N'siah
The President manages the chapter board, conducts chapter meetings, and communicates with regional staff.
Vice President of Jewish Enrichment
AZA: Shaliach
BBG: Sh'licha
The Vice President of Jewish Enrichment plans and executes religiously and culturally significant programs as well as community service and social action opportunities.
Vice President of Programming
AZA: S'gan
BBG: S'ganit
The Vice President of Programming plans and executes programs and appoints chairpersons and committees.
Treasurer
AZA: Gizbor
BBG: Gizborit
The Treasurer budgets for programs and raises money for the chapter and the International Service Fund.
Vice President of Recruitment
AZA: Moreh
BBG: Aym Ha'Chaverot
The Vice President of Recruitment recruits prospective members, educates new members, and takes measures to retain existing members.
Secretary
AZA: Mazkir
BBG: Mazkirah
Regional Leadership Network
The Regional Leadership Network (RLN) is an opportunity for members from every chapter, regardless of position or grade, to raise their hand to help build our region. Whether they want to plan a convention, envision new ways to strengthen our region, or build bridges between our chapters across Metro-Detroit—there are endless ways for members to step up and lead.
AIT/MIT Boards
AZA's Alephs in Training (AITs) and BBG's Members in Training (MITs) are new members who have yet to learn the ins and outs of BBYO. One way they do so is by running for their chapter's AIT/MIT board, which includes the same position as the chapter board and serves as a training and education experience.