TABLE OF CONTENTS
2
A Message from Anita Perlman (Founder)
3
A Message from Lynn Schusterman
4
Welcome to BBYO
4
BBYO as a Lifelong Connection to the
Jewish Community
6
9
12
14
24
36
38
41
43
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Welcome to BBG
Menorah Pledge
History and Structure
The Founding and Early History of the B’nai
B’rith Girls
Structure of
BBG Programming
The Six Folds
Conventions and Other Important Days
Summer Experiences
Initiatives
53
Rituals and Procedures
56
Rituals and Traditions
60
66
68
70
70
76
78
Songs
BBYO Member Code of Conduct
Member Rights and Responsibilities
Shabbat Observance
Dress Code
Disciplinary Penalties, Procedures and Referrals
Definitions