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ILTC

As summer approached and new information was shared with us from the American Camp Association and the CDC, it became increasingly difficult for us to see a path forward for BBYO’s summer leadership programs that meets our high standards of wellness and programmatic excellence. Therefore, as of May 14 we made the heartbreaking decision to cancel all BBYO 2020 summer experiences due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

At the same time, our team worked quickly to create new ways for teens to stay connected to friends and develop leadership skills through alternative opportunities that are now open for registration! Visit our new summer 2020 virtual offerings page, to explore these options, including Movement Makers, and find one that’s right for you.

EXPLORE 2020 VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
MOVEMENT MAKERS

SUMMER 2021 PROGRAMMING

International Leadership Training Conference (ILTC), the ideal program for Alephs and BBGs, empowers you to raise your voice and realize your potential through peer leadership. You’ll further develop your leadership abilities, learn how to shape a worldwide movement, and gain invaluable skills in effective team collaboration, communication strategies, and relationship building. These skills and more will help you succeed long after your AZA and BBG high school experience comes to an end. Through classic camp activities and unique bonding moments, you’ll build confidence, grow your personal networks with friends from around the world, and strengthen your Jewish pride.

B’nai B’rith Perlman Camp
Lake Como, PA

Perlman Camp is better than ever with renovations to all the major structures and expanded living spaces. There's lots of green grass and outdoor space for activities, sports, programs, and time to relax around the iconic Perlman tree. Participants stay in cabins, divided into four to six rooms, which are staffed by our dedicated college counselors (madrichim). The whole camp is walkable in about 15 minutes.

 
 

 

Make the most of your ILTC experience by also signing up for Kallah to make it a Perlman Summer!

Please note that our summer 2020 session has been canceled. Below you will find answers to general questions about ILTC. For any other inquiries, feel to reach out to [email protected].

Is ILTC for you?
ILTC is a great program for Alephs and BBGs currently in 10th or 11th grade who are current or aspiring regional leaders, have attended regional leadership conventions or CLTC (though not required), or have an interest in leading, within or outside of BBYO!

How many teens attend ILTC?
ILTC welcomes around 250 Alephs and B’nai B’rith Girls each summer. Participants come from every region and countries from across the Order.

Who staffs ILTC?
BBYO programming professionals and advisors serve as the site director, program director, leadership director, and leadership staff at ILTC. We’re also joined by Jewish educators, song leaders, Israeli counselors (sh'lichim), expert specialists, college-age counselors (madrichim), and an office manager.

What is the ILTC curriculum about?      
ILTC's primary focus is on leadership at the council, regional, and International level. Teens focus on developing a wide range of leadership skills including effective team collaboration, communication strategies, and relationship building, as well as learning how to shape a worldwide movement. Leadership skills are taught in a classroom environment and through hands-on, interactive activities in BluePrint groups. Jewish learning happens daily during Limmud sessions and, especially, at teen-led Shabbat, morning (Shacharit), and evening (Mincha) services.

Is the food at ILTC Kosher?
Perlman Camp is a Kosher facility that only serves foods that have been produced under rabbinical supervision.

What do I do about medication?
Participants must register in advance with CampMeds, a service that provides pre-packaged, pre-dosaged medication to participants who require it. There is a $250 fee for those who do not register and arrive at camp with their medications. The exceptions to this are inhalers, birth control, epi-pens, nasal sprays, injectable medications, prescription ointments, and refrigerated medication.

How do I get to ILTC?
Teens can either be dropped off directly at camp by a parent or guardian, or they can fly into the local airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ (EWR), where they'll be met by BBYO staff and taken to their program by bus.

  • Arrival: Teens flying must arrive by 12 noon on the first day of the program. If you are driving your teen, please arrive after 4 PM.

    • Note: Early Arrival for West Coast teens ONLY—If you need to arrive early and stay in Newark the night before ILTC begins, BBYO will make reservations at a hotel near the airport. Staff will bepresent in the hotel that evening. Please book your flight to arrive at Newark in the late afternoon or early evening (please no arrivals after 7 PM). These arrangements are made on a reservation-only basis at the participant's cost, and you must notify Sabrina Moore that a hotel is required by emailing [email protected]. The fee for this is $130.

  • Departure: Please book all flights to depart after 2 PM on the last day of ILTC; If you are picking your teen up at Perlman Camp, please arrange to have transportation by 9:30 AM. If you are continuing your Perlman Summer with Kallah, please book flights for the last day of the program after 2 PM.

Learn more on our summer information page!

There are many ways to combine our summer experiences to extend your fun, learning, and self-exploration. Check back in this space for summer 2021 combo options.

BBYO offers need-based scholarship so that anyone who wants to is able to attend our programs without financial constraints standing in the way. Please check back here for details on summer 2021 funds.