The Z3 Teen Summit is a unique track within the Z3 Conference designed especially for teens. This custom program is created to help teens find their voices, be in community and participate in the most important conversations shaping Jewish peoplehood today.
It focuses on three core goals:
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Empowerment + Agency
As the next generation of our Jewish community, teens will step-up as active participants in conversations about Jewish peoplehood, experiencing first hand how their ideas, opinions, and dreams can create new understanding and realities.
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Insight + Inspiration
Attendees will hear from world-class speakers who will inspire, encourage, and guide them to find courage and resilience as they explore their relationships with Israel, Zionism, Jewish Identity, and Jewish Peoplehood.
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Community + Belonging
Teens from different schools, youth groups and programs will all gather together and experience the joy of being part of the larger Jewish community, both locally and globally.
The Z3 Teen Summit is more than just a conference—it’s a chance for teens to be part of the conversations, connections and experiences shaping the Jewish future.
The Day at a Glance
Morning Arrival
Teens will check in, receive their Summit nametag, and be welcomed into the teen tent—a dedicated space with breakfast, swag, snacks, games and social time. The tent is designed for both focus and fun, with space for formal sessions, relaxed hangouts and community connection.
Morning Program
Welcome and framing of the day by Lara Walklet, OFJCC Teen Engagement Manager
Keynote address by Sarah Hurwitz, Author of As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story From Those Who Shame, Blame, and Try To Erase Us
Keynote Talk & Judo Clinic: Olympic gold medalist Ori Sasson will share his journey of resilience, struggle and perseverance
Special presentations from community leaders and speakers
Teen panel featuring peers engaged in meaningful Jewish programs
Opportunity to explore the Community Organizational Fair in the Midrachov
Lunch Break
Grab-and-go lunch to enjoy anywhere on campus, alongside friends old and new.
Afternoon Programming
Choice-Based Breakout Sessions, including:
Hands-on mosaic art workshop with Israeli-American Mosaic Muralist, Mia Schon
“How to TalkIsrael On Social Media” workshop with TalkIsrael’s Executive Director, Maya Vorobyov
Futurist-thinking session with Ted Kahn
Closing the Summit
Processing circles in the teen tent
Closing plenary with Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg-Polin
Teens are welcome to stay and enjoy evening entertainment with the broader Z3 community
How to Register
The ticket price includes a full day of programming, food and snacks throughout the day, swag, and more.
General Teens
Tickets are $99.
To register for the Z3 Teen Summit please email the following:
Your full name
Which high school you attend
Any Jewish programs, youth movements, etc. you are a part of (For example: BBYO, Young Judea, etc.)
A copy of your current student ID
