The JSU-Berrie Ambassadors Cohort

Who are the JSU-Berrie Ambassadors?

The JSU-Berrie Ambassadors are sophomores and juniors from around Bergen County who are the next generation of Jewish leaders. Ambassadors are motivated, friendly, and proud Jews who are committed to a strong and vibrant Jewish future. The cohort spends a year growing in three key areas: Learning, Living, and Leading.

Learning

Ambassadors delve deep into Jewish wisdom, finding modern lessons in their ancient heritage.

Living

Ambassadors are exposed to meaningful and exciting Jewish experiences, including inspiring Shabbatons, community service trips, leadership trainings, and more.

Leading

Ambassadors put their training into practice, spreading their commitment to Jewish life to their friends and schools, creating a strong base for JSU communities across multiple schools and towns.

Where do our Ambassadors come from?

Spot your school on our map! If it's not there yet, even better. You can put it on the map!

What's it like to be an Ambassador?

“I learned so much about what it truly means to be a Jew as well as the impact of a small community on what it can do. I am forever grateful to be part of this cohort.”

Ruvi Khanin

Tenafly

“Thank you so much for giving me and the rest of the Berrie cohort the opportunity to travel to a separate state and help someone in need. Not only was it an

unforgettable experience inthe sense that I was able to bond with people I otherwise would not have within the cohort, but...more importantly, it gave me an opportunity to connect closer to God while working on a project that I loved!”

Leah Kofman

Fair Lawn

The Cohort is generously sponsored by the Russel Berrie Foundation, in partnership with New Jersey JSU.

FAQ's

Here's what you really need to know about this elite cohort:

What do JSU-Berrie Ambassadors actually do?

Ambassadors commit to 7 in person events and 7 zooms throughout the academic year. The events include leadership trainings, Shabbatons, learning sessions, relief missions and more. Click here to see a sample itinerary. Zooms are guided learning and discussion sessions. The goal is to always keep growing, whether in person or on Zoom.

Who can be an Ambassador?

Any Jewish sophomore or junior in a Bergen County non-Jewish school.

Is there a cost?

After acceptance, there is a $200 dollar registration fee. This unlocks access to a year's worth of events and trips, as well as discounted access to various other JSU programs throughout the year.

Any more questions?

Reach out to our Ambassador Coordinator, Shalom Brauser

brausers@ncsy.org

954-913-0024

How do I apply?

Click Here!