Toolbox | AZA & BBG

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Icebreakers & Mixers

Here's a list of icebreakers and opening mixers that will help kick off your event with some relationship building.

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MyBBYO Teen Event Creation & Management

Navigate creating an event, event management, event registration, and attendee management in the new MyBBYO.

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BBYO Banners

Print these vinyl banners to use at all of your events.

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One of the most historic and prestigious honors awarded to an Aleph, the Shield of David Award recognizes Alephs who have made outstanding leadership contributions, displayed a consistent commitment to the fraternity that is AZA, and have consistently participated across all tiers of the Order—chapter, council, regional, and international.

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Planing a Regional Shuk Guide

Use this step-by-step guide to plan your region's Shuk experience.

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AZA Blue Book

The Member's Manual of the Aleph Zadik Aleph.

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Lifetime Membership Ceremony Script

As your graduating members enter their next chapter, use this script to induct them into Lifetime Membership and the Alumni Association.

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The Membership Mile

Use this strategy to break down your community’s membership goals to make them easier to achieve.

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Lifetime Membership Certificates

Print and award these certificates to seniors during Life Ceremonies.

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Advisor Recruitment: Tips & Tricks

Learn about best practices to recruit new chapter advisors.

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Gamechanger Innovation Grants: General Application

Apply for a Gamechanger Grant to give your chapter the opportunity to receive $50-$1,000 directed for programs and initiatives that will make a bigger difference in your community, expand programming, pilot new recruitment/rush techniques and elevate your local chapter experience.

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La Experiencia de los Nuevos Miembros

Aprende formas de dar la bienvenida a los nuevos miembros, construir experiencias entre mayores y menores, y celebrar los MIT/AIT antes de las inducciones.

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Chapter Constitution Template: BBYO

Use this template to write or update your chapter constitution.

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Voice Your Vote: Branding Kit

Utilize these design templates to help get our the vote and promote your events.

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Sibling Community Pairing and Tracking

Being paired with a sibling community is an awesome opportunity to connect with Alephs and BBGs around the world! Fill out this form if you want to start a new partnership or you already have one.

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Virtual Elections Toolkit

Explore the scripts, ballots, and checklists you need to run an awesome election virtually.

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Feather Flags

Print one of these Feather Flag designs for your next event. Recommended Vendor: bestflag.com (Razor Flag)

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Parliamentary Procedure Placemat

Everything you need to know on Parliamentary Procedure! Learn about what you need to run a successful business meeting, how to write legislation, and how to be an active participant at business meetings.

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BBYO Advisors Handbook

Your guide to all you need to know in our region.

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Facilitation Tips

Use this guide to prepare to facilitate a local chapter or community program.

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Business Meeting Agenda

Utilize this template to prepare for your Chapter or Regional business meeting.

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T'filah and Jewish Ritual Moment Planning Guide

Use this template to plan your Jewish prayer, learning, and ritual experiences.

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Service Text Studies

Utilize these texts to enhance your programming, leadership training, services, and more.

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Elections Script

Utilize this script anytime you’re running elections.

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The New Member Experience

Learn ways to welcome new members, build big/little experiences, and celebrate MITs/AITs before inductions.

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Giving Effective Feedback

Giving feedback is key to leadership and success, however, it must be done thoughtfully and carefully.

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Plan a Rush Experience

Explore this guide to learn how to plan a fun and successful rush experience for your community.

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BBYO Closing Ceremonies

Participate in BBYO tradition by learning to close meetings with this video.

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Chapter and Community Program Ideas

Explore ideas to elevate your next chapter or community event.

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Prospect List: International Convention (IC)

Make a copy of this record spreadsheet to recruit members for IC.

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Identifying New Chapters

This guide will help you recognize moments where new locations, communities, or groups, might be a good reason to start a new chapter.

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Program Budgeting Form

Create a budget for your event to track revenue and expenses.

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Шаги К Стратегическому Календарю

Следуйте этим шагам, чтобы спланировать отличный календарь, который обеспечит успех вашего отделения в этом семестре.

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Rush Program Ideas

Looking for an easy way to plan a Rush experience? Look no further! Use this resource for plug and play programs that are quick and easy to plan.

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Spirit of AZA

Learn the lyrics to AZA and BBG's pep songs to lead with confidence at meetings and conventions. The songs can also be found in the Red and Blue Books.

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How to Take Attendance by Text for Advisors

Tracking event attendance just got easier: here's how.

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Get to Know BBYO | Episode 4: Leadership

Get to know the governance of AZA & BBG and how you can lead in our teen-led democracy at all levels.

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National Crisis Hotlines and Support Services

Your mental, emotional, and physical health are incredibly important. If you need immediate help, please utilize these resources and support lines.

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Advisor Appreciation Month: 31 Ideas for 31 Days

Advisors give so much to BBYO -- and even though there aren’t enough “thank yous” in the world to fully recognize and appreciate all that they do, small acts have a big way of adding up. Here are easy, low-to-no cost acts of kindness you can do for your advisor during Advisor Appreciation Month and all year round.

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BBYO Cookbook

Discover delicious recipes from BBYO communities around the world.

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Star of Deborah Award

The Star of Deborah Award honors B’nai B’rith Girls who have made an outstanding commitment to BBG, have displayed a consistent commitment to the sisterhood that is BBG, and who best exemplify the ideals and principles set forth by BBYO. It is the highest honor a BBG can receive.

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Creating Engaging Video Content

Video is one of the most effective tools for reaching the teen audience. Use this guide to learn some basic tips on how to up your video game and reach more teens than ever before.

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BBYO Menorah Logo Icons

Grab one of these fun graphics for your group chat photo, social media profile picture, or anything else.

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Prospect List: Membership

Make a copy of this record spreadsheet to recruit new members to your chapter.

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Spirit of AZA: Up You Men

Learn the signature AZA cheer for your next spirit circle.

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Chapter Constitution Template: AZA

Use this template to write or update your chapter constitution.

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Prospect List: Convention

Make a copy of this record spreadsheet to sell out your next convention.

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Founders' Fest: Branding Kit

Utilize these design templates to elevate your Founders' Fest promotion and hype.

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Petition for Chapter Name Change

Submit this petition to request a chapter name change.

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Emailing 101

Rules to follow to ensure that your emails are effective.

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BBYO's Inclusion Statement

BBYO is committed to being a safe and welcoming space for all Jewish teens, everywhere.

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AZA Opening Ceremonies

Participate in AZA tradition by learning to open meetings with this video.

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Hanukkah Program Ideas and Traditions

Get ready for Hanukkah with these helpful resources!

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BBYO-Programmplanungsformular

Verwenden Sie dieses Formular, um den Inhalt für jedes Programm oder jede Veranstaltung, die Sie durchführen, zu planen.

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Get to Know BBYO | Episode 3: Campaigns

Get to know the priorities and topics that Alephs and BBGs lead on and rally around all year.

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BBYO Global Flags Quiz

Think you know the flags of all of the countries BBYO is in? Game on.

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Passover Program Ideas and Traditions

Check out program ideas, helpful links, and traditions for your region or chapter for Passover.

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Guide to Being Chapter Moreh

Use this to learn all about serving as Moreh and find more tools and information at bbyo.org/morim.

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Name Tag Template

Make your name tags branded for your next event.

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International Board Video Request Form

Request a video from a member of the Grand or International Boards to celebrate, surprise, or energize your community.

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Social Media Posting Calendar

Use this template to plan your chapter, region, council, or country's promotion and communications.

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BBYO Board Positions

Learn about common board positions in AZA & BBG with this fun quiz.

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Building an Onboarding Process

Learn about the purpose, timeline, and key areas to think through when building out a plan to onboard new leaders.

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Health Safety Wellness Poster

Print out this poster to hang at all events to ensure every teens feels safe and knows how to get help.

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MIT/AIT Curriculum | Overview

Utilize these sessions to educate Members-in-Training (MITs) and Alephs-in-Training (AITs) about everything BBYO.

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Prayers for Israel

This resource offers a variety of prayers including psalms that your chapters and communities can use to pray for Israel.

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Service Page Number Charts: Saturday Morning Services

Find the Siddurim page numbers for all Saturday Morning Services in this handy chart. Siddurim include ArtScroll, Koren Sacks, Sim Shalom, Mishkan Tefillah, and Kol HaNeshema.

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Global Shabbat: Programming Tools

Utilize these scripts at key moments during your Global Shabbat experience.

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About AZA & BBG: One-Pager

Learn the basics about the Aleph Zadik Aleph and B'nai B'rith Girls.

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Honorary Inductions Certificate: AZA

Honor and celebrate a guest by inducting them as an Honorary Member of your AZA Chapter.

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BBG Opening and Closing Rituals

Participate in BBG tradition by opening and closing meetings with this script.

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Running Virtual Life Ceremonies

Planning guide for running Regional/Council and Chapter Life Ceremonies online, during COVID-19.

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Asset Mapping

Identify the people you know that can help with your events, programs, and experiences.

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Virtual Hosting Guide

Learn how to host your friends online (spoiler alert: it can be done well and you can have fun doing it, too).

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BBYO's Growth Framework

Understand BBYO’s overarching strategy to activate a pipeline for membership growth.

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J-Serve: A Full Board Effort

See how roles and responsibilities for J-Serve can be divided between board members, chairs, and general members.

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Chapter Start Up Guide

Get started on launching or rebuilding a BBYO chapter in your community.

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Основные Вопросы Программирования

Пока вы проводите мозговой штурм по поводу своей программы, задайте себе эти вопросы в качестве полезной «проверки интуиции».

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Inductions Ceremony of the Aleph Zadik Aleph

Use this guide to induct Alephs-in-Training (AITs) or new members into AZA.

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Plan an Ask Week

Explore how to make the Ask (for membership, event registration, and more) in totally fun ways.

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BBYO Logo

Access design files for BBYO's logo to use in your community's branding.

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BBYO Stand UP: Leadership Roles

Everyone has a role in making a Stand UP campaign successful. Get ideas for general Stand UP campaign responsibilities and see how roles can be divided between board members, chairs, and general members.

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BBG Opening Ceremonies

Participate in BBG tradition by learning to open meetings with this video.

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Sample Parent Meeting Agenda

Investing time to build buy-in and relationships with parents is core to strong communities and growing AZA & BBG. Use this agenda to plan a meeting with families to build relationships and share information about BBYO.

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Steps for Writing an Elections Speech

Before running in a election, reading a states speech, or speaking in front of a group, write an awesome speech.

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How to Start a Chapter

Check out this video to learn the basics of how to start a new AZA, BBG, or BBYO chapter in your community.

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Advisor Onboarding: Teen Checklist for New Advisors

Alephs and BBGs are essential to setting up new advisors for success and this checklist is your guide.

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Prospect List: Summer

Make a copy of this record spreadsheet to recruit members for summer.

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Guide to Being Chapter Mekasher

Use this to learn all about serving as Mekasher and find more tools and information at bbyo.org/morim.

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Chapter Planning: Excellence Assessment

Evaluate where your chapter is and plan goals for your chapter for the upcoming semester.

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Guide to Being Chapter Godol

Use this to learn all about serving as Godol and find more tools and information at bbyo.org/presidents.

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Five Paths of Civic Action (SPACE)

BBYO’s approach to making a difference.

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Text Sign-In Templates

Put your event sign-in information on this graphic to easily track attendance.

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BBYO Stand UP Gemilut Chasidim Award

The BBYO Stand UP Gemilut Chasidim Chapter Award recognizes AZA, BBG, and BBYO chapters around the world that work to better their community through civic action. To ensure that our endeavors are well rounded, we utilize direct service, philanthropy, advocacy, community organizing, and social entrepreneurship (these 5 areas make up the SPACE model of service).

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