Make your voice heard. Shape the future of USY.
Join us as we elect the next International Executive Board of USY! This is your opportunity to participate in our democratic process and help choose the leaders who will guide our movement into the future.
🗓 Election Night:
Sunday, May 18th
🕘 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM MT | 6:00 PM PT
📍 Location: Zoom (link provided after registration)
Hear from inspiring candidates for each International Executive Board position
Engage in meaningful discussions about the future of USY
Cast your vote and make an impact
This event is open to all eligible* USY voters. Whether you’re running for office, supporting a friend, or passionate about our movement, your presence matters.
*To be eligible to vote, you must have attended at least one USY program this past year.
Zoom login information will be sent via email once your registration is complete. Please register early to ensure you receive all relevant details in advance.
Get to know the inspiring teens running for the next USY International Executive Board. These leaders represent communities from across North America and are ready to bring their passion, experience, and vision to the international stage.
Daphne Macedonia
📍 CRUSY / BSUSY | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past Chapter & Regional President
💬 “I want every teen in USY to feel like their voice is heard, and like they belong — because that is what USY gave to me.”
Brag Sheet | Brag Sheet 2 | Idea Sheet
Hannah Rivner
📍 Megalil / MUSY | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past International Outreach VP; Past Regional Outreach and Membership Programming VP
💬 “I am a reliable, strong-willed, persistent, kind-hearted, hard-working person who has worked hard to make your voices heard.”
Jordan Bitton
📍 Megalil / Midway Jewish Center | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past Regional Rel/Ed VP
💬 “As USY continues to rebuild and reimagine its future, I want to help create a stronger community where every Jewish teen feels connected and proud.”
Leah Mae Green
📍 Far West / CBI Tustin | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past Chapter VP; Regional Programming & Executive VP
💬 “My compassion, tenacity, Jewish pride, and love for USY programs make me the perfect fit. I promise to go the extra mile for USY.”
Jackson Powers
📍 Hanegev / Sababa USY | 10th Grade
🗳️ Past Chapter Communications VP; Regional SATO VP
💬 “All I want is to spread the magic of USY on the international level — and if elected, that’s what I plan to do.”
Daniella “Dani” Kimowitz
📍 Megalil / Livingston USY | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past Regional SATO VP; Israel VP
💬 “My hope is to make USY a place where every Jewish teen feels seen, valued, and empowered.”
Elijah Klawans
📍 Haner / Natick USY | 10th Grade
🗳️ Past Regional Programming & Israel Affairs VP
💬 “My passion for Israel, social action, and Judaism drives me to create programs that are meaningful and impactful.”
Sarah Korczynski
📍 Hanegev / Ein Gedi | 11th Grade
🗳️ Past Chapter Officer; IGB Member
💬 “I’m passionate about expanding USY’s outreach to bring the magic of camp to communities year-round.”
Sam Mozer
📍 Tzafon / Ohav Shalom & Temple Israel | 9th Grade
🗳️ Semi-Official Tzafon President
💬 “I love bringing Jewish teens together for social events and want to ensure others have the same amazing experience I did.”
Yakir Filhart
📍 Megalil / East Brunswick Jewish Center | 10th Grade
🗳️ Past Chapter VP; Past Regional Rel/Ed VP
💬 “I look forward to helping others explore their Jewish identity, just as I continue to strengthen mine through USY.”
Lion Birnecker
📍 CHUSY / WCUSY | 11th Grade
🗳️ New to USY Board Leadership
💬 “I’ll use my digital skills to launch new online initiatives and connect Jewish teens through shared values, traditions, and dreams.”
🎉 Elections will take place on Sunday, May 18 at 9PM ET / 6PM PT on Zoom.
🔐 Zoom information will be provided upon completion of registration.
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