Hi USY,
My name is Daphne Macedonia, and I am beyond thrilled to be your ’25-’26 International President! I can’t wait to have a great year with USY.
I’m a senior in high school and I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
I was president of my chapter BSUSY (Beth Shalom USY), and then served as Co President of CRUSY (Central Region USY). I’m part of many other things outside of USY including choreographing for my JCC’s musicals, playing softball, and working at my synagogue leading youth services.
I joined USY as a freshman and cannot stress enough how important of a decision that was. USY has been the place I feel most at home and I hope you all feel the same. Feel free to reach out whenever!
Hi Usy,
My name is Yakir Filhart and I am super excited to be your ‘25-‘26 international Jewish life!
I am a junior at Highland Park High School in New Jersey!
I have been very involved with my chapter (Ebusy) and have been on board for 3 years. I have served 2 years as Hagalils Reled/Jewish life. Outside of Usy I love watching sports, listening to music, playing video games and hanging out with my friends.
I joined Usy as a 8th grader after being forced to go to a convention by my brother and I am so thankful I did. I love Usy and I’m so thankful I get to share my opportunities with all of you!
Hi USY!
I’m Jackson Powers, and I’m from Atlanta, Georgia. Whether it’s camp, synagogue, or USY, I’ve always been as involved as possible in Jewish life as I possibly could. I am so excited for the honor of being on IEB, and ready to make a change for the better!
Hi USY! My name is Lion Birnecker, and I’m excited to be your 2025-2026 Communications VP!
I have been a part of USY for nearly 6 years now, and have made some of my best memories here. My home region is CHUSY, where I am now also the regional president. I’m from Chicago, Illinois, and a senior in highschool.
Outside of USY I like playing music on my guitar or violin, or just listening to music. Im a huge fan of country, rap, and emo rock. I also enjoy Chemistry and language in school.
I am honored to have this opportunity and I look forward to all the amazing programs we have planned for this year! Feel free to reach out to me anytime at [email protected]
Looking forward to a great year!
Lion Birnecker
HI, USY. My name is Hannah Rivner, and I am a 17-year-old senior from Long Island, New York. This is my second year of having the privilege of being your International Outreach VP additionally I am also executive vice president for Megalil USY region. Outside of USY I am also on the track and field team where I am both a varsity sprinter and I am also a pole vaulter. USY has had such a wonderful impact on my life over the last 4 years and I can’t wait to see what amazing things we accomplish this year. Please feel free to reach out my phone is always open to any USYer. I can’t wait to get to know each and everyone of you, see you soon.
Love
Hannah Rivner (IEB international outreach VP)
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