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Travel

Summer

Spend your summer traveling with new friends across North America.

Israel

Discover your heritage and the vibrant culture of Israel.

School Year

More than just a weekend convention. Travel with USY during the school year

USY Summer 2027 travel programs are here!

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Find Your Community

Find your community

At the heart of USY are our local chapters—the foundation where Jewish teens come together to celebrate, learn, and lead

Find Your Communities

Find Your Local Chapter

Find your local chapter and connect with teens in your area.

Find Your Local Community

Find your local community and connect with teens in your area.

Chapter Support

Program Bank

Access a massive library of ready-to-use activities and leadership tools.

Admin Resources

Professional tools and guidelines for chapter leaders and advisors.

Grants

Welcome to the newly expanded USY Chapter Grants.

USY Summer 2027 travel programs are here!

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Alumni
Alumni

USY is USCJ’s youth movement for Conservative/ Masorti Jewish teens across North America.

Nativ

YALA

Staffing Opportunities
About USY
About USY

USY is USCJ’s youth movement for Conservative/ Masorti Jewish teens across North America.

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Gesher (6th-8th Grades)

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LA USY

Welcome to LA USY! From iconic city sights to beach days and late-night hangouts, our community of Jewish teens brings true Los Angeles energy. We’re all about creating unforgettable memories—whether it’s Shabbat under the SoCal sky, regional conventions, or just spending time with friends who feel like family. In LA USY, you’ll find the perfect blend of creativity, Jewish connection, and nonstop fun. LA USY is a proud member of the larger Far West USY representing USY communities from across the west!

Sarah Bochenek

USY Community Director: Midbar (AZ, NV, UT, CO) and Los Angeles Communities

Email: [email protected]

What's happening in Los Angeles!

Check out the exciting local events happening across our area and within our chapters! From local Shabbatons to social gatherings and service projects, there’s always something meaningful and fun on the calendar. Click on any event image below to learn more and register—we can’t wait to see you there!

School year programs

Winter Convention 2027

Join teens from across North America for a long weekend of learning, celebrating, and fun!

Day Programs, School year programs

Los Angeles: Into the night

School year programs

Ruchot 2026

Join USY for a weekend of learning, advocacy, and ruach in the nation's capital.

Meet the team

Our programs are powered by a dynamic partnership between passionate teen leaders and dedicated youth professionals. Together, they plan and lead engaging events, inspiring Jewish experiences, and meaningful moments that make USY unforgettable. Get to know the incredible team that brings our region to life—meet the teens and staff who make it all happen below!