Leadership Training Institute

Event Overview

This exclusive convention is just for USYers in leadership positions at the chapter, regional, or international levels. Network with other ambitious young people, learn essential leadership skills, and have fun the whole time!

Calling All Leaders

All USYers in grades 9-12 who hold leadership positions at the chapter, regional, or international level should attend! Bring your chapter officers or your whole chapter board and experience a deepened bond like never before. This will be your chapter’s best year yet!

Claim Your Rightful Place

Jews have been stepping up to leadership positions in the religious and secular worlds since the days of the Torah, changing the world and making life better for Jews and gentiles alike. LTI is your opportunity to claim your place in the lineage of Jewish leaders, rooted in Conservative/Masorti traditions and values.

Experience Shabbat Like Never Before

With teen-led davening (prayer) all weekend long, you’ll experience the spiritual power of Shabbat with the passion only teens can bring. Renew and deepen your connection with your Jewish identity through unforgettable prayer experiences.

Like all USY conventions, we are tech-free during Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday evening), meaning you have the rare opportunity to focus on connecting, learning, and transforming without the distractions of family, school, or the outside world.

Facilitated by Adults Who Get You

Almost every LTI staffer is a USY Alumni and has been in your shoes. Every USY experience is led by awesome adults with years of experience working with Jewish teens. Our staff are devoted to creating a truly unique and transformative experience for all USYers to be welcomed, be authentic, and find community.

Leadership is For Everyone

USY is committed to inclusive practices so all of our USY Leaders can participate. Please reach out to Rabbi Ilan Schwartz at [email protected] if you have any questions.

We also offer scholarships to make LTI and other USY Immersive Experiences affordable and accessible for all USYers. Scholarship applications are due at the end of Early Bird pricing.

 

Ruchot was an amazing experience. I had the best time. Not only did I make new friends, but I really felt I was able to express my Jewish values, with others who had the same. It felt very similar to camp, everyone clicked instantly, and there was an amazing Jewish aspect of it. Not only that, but it was an amazing opportunity to learn about speech writing, and speaking with important people for the future. I really learned a lot and had the best time overall!

Event Details

Date

August 28 – 30, 2026

Start time

12:00 pm

End time

12:00 pm

Location

Camp Ramah NE- Palmer, MA

Registration deadline

August 5, 2026

Grades

9th- 12th graders

Program Type

Overnight Travel

Scholarships

Available

Convention Cost

USY is heavily subsidizing the cost of this convention. $284 – through June 15 $349 – June 16 through Aug 2 Real cost of convention $650

Purchase protection is available to purchase through our registration system for a small fee and provides a full refund if the participant is not able to attend due to illness. For more information on the purchase protection please click here to know.

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