Rootsforissu

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WHAT DOES BEING A LEADER MEAN TO YOU? YPD Roots provides an introduction to the role of the Young Professionals Division (YPD) of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis to a select group of Jewish young adults.

This six session series is designed to explore Jewish Identity, empower Jewish leadership and inspire Jewish community involvement.

session one

tuesday, august 16 | 6:00- 8:00 pm

cultivating the soil Set intentions while getting to know your group. s e s s i o n t wo

wedne sday, se pte m b e r 7 | 6:00- 8 :0 0 pm

nourish your roots Discover who you are as a leader and how to capitalize on your leadership style. s e s s i o n t hre e

sun day, se pte m b e r 25 | 12:30- 2:30 pm

spread your vines Learn how to build your network and how to seek out mentors. session four

thu rsday, oc tob e r 27 | 6:00- 8:00 pm

grow sustainably Gain a deeper understanding of life skills that will benefit you professionally and personally. s e s s i o n f i ve

sun day, nove m b e r 6 | 12:30- 2:30 pm

branch out Come together and discuss how to make the world a better place as a community leader. session six

wedne sday, nove m b e r 16 | 6:00-8:0 0 pm

time to bloom Let your passion shine in our community as you learn about the incredible ways to make an impact.

ARE YOU READY TO BE A LEADER? Learn more. Apply today. YPDSTL.org/YPDRoots.

For more information, contact Becca Near at BNear@JFedSTL.org or 314-442-3879.

Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ Young Professionals Division ensures a thriving Jewish community now and in the future by cultivating socially connected Jewish young leaders through education and community building.

LEADERSHIP Miriam Ross-Hirsch, Program Chair Alon Neidich, VP, Leadership Development Joel Portman, YPD President

STAFF Becca Near, Program Associate, Community Development Sonia Dobinsky, VP, Community Development

COMMITTEE Maura Baker, Scott Kaar, Katie Levy, Karli Phillips, Drew Schwartz

JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. LOUIS Harvey N. Wallace, Board Chair Andrew Rehfeld, Ph.D., President & CEO