functions much like a large family. Chapters plan programs geared toward the interests of their members
and train new members in the ways of . A chapter’s small size allows for the development of strong
bonds between the Alephs of the chapter. The chapter
is the most important level of AZA because it affects Alephs
most directly.
Councils / Several chapters in the same area may be
grouped into a council. Some areas have councils and
others do not. They are usually used to break up large
regions in order to provide additional leadership opportunities and make communities of chapters more
manageable. All councils are part of a region.
Regions / Chapters, and also councils, are grouped into
regions. They vary in size from one large city to several
states or provinces or entire countries. Regions serve
to bring chapters together so that they can exchange
ideas, socialize, compete and work together on larger
projects. Regions also exist to serve the chapters and to
help them in any way possible, providing resources and
having wide-scale programs. Councils and regions represent all communities at the International level.
1990
1993
AZA and BBG send
largest delegation on the
March of the Living.
Israel Leadership Summer
Institute (ILSI) established.
First BBYO program held
in Soviet Union with more
than 200 Soviet Jewish
teens in attendance.
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