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BBYO is incredibly grateful and thankful to the outgoing Grand and International Boards for leading our Movement during the 2025-2026 programming year. Life Ceremonies are a special tradition in BBYO that allow seniors to share their memories, wisdom, advice, and thanks with current members in BBYO. Explore this year's International Board Life Speeches to get a glimpse into their BBYO experience. We will miss you 101/81!

The 101st Grand Board of the Aleph Zadik Aleph

The 81st International Board of the Bnai B’rith Girls

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These Aren’t My Friends. They’re My People. There’s a Difference.

From the hammocks to the lake and to the stars, one BBG reflects on reuniting with the people who made it all unforgettable, and who never really felt faraway.

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Farah Ghajar Menlo Park, California, United States
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“With All Your Heart:” Thank You, ILTC

A personal reflection on how ILTC challenged me to step outside my comfort zone, become a better listener and leader, and find a deeper connection to the future of the Jewish community.

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Lev Shulman Deerfield, Illinois, United States
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Perlman (Spikeball) Summer

Read about my time at Perlman playing Spikeball.

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Jesse Vaytsman Cleveland, Ohio, United States