BAIS CHANA WOMEN INTERNATIONAL INC
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May 5, 2010
Bais Chana is a Jewish, Chabad-Lubavitch program that runs retreats for teenage girls and women. I attended Jewish Un-Camp, the teenage program, and I visited a woman's retreat. All three of the experiences were hands down the most amazing, life changing, empowering experiences I have ever had. I arrived lost, confused and nervous, but after only a few minutes I had met girls of all ages that would turn out to be my closest friends. The weekend started with ice breakers to help us get to know one another better and get conversations flowing. We then went on to do amazing activities like improv games, art projects and zumba classes. All of the activities were a lot of fun, but I feel that there are two things that make Bais Chana so amazing: the people you meet, and the open, highly informative conversations you will have with Rabbi Manis Friedman. Every single teenager or woman will find amazing friendships at Bais Chana. Everyone accepts you for exactly who you are, regardless of your back round. You are Jewish, and that's what matters. I think a classic Bais Chana experience is having a deep, three hour conversation with someone you just met, and feeling like you have known them forever after just one day. The Rabbi's talks are equally amazing. One can ask any question that is on their mind, and they will know that they will get an honest, true answer that they can understand and apply to their lives. Teenagers can go and get an answer to any question they have, whether its a question from the Rabbi, a counselor, or another camper. The teenage years are a time when people are usually lost and searching. Bais Chana gives girls a solid idea of their purpose, who they are, and the direction they are meant to follow. As a result, the girls are more mentally, emotionally, and spiritually healthy when they return from the program. Most of them also return with a whole bunch of deep connections. They have strong connections with their new girlfriends, their counselors, and most importantly G-d, which I think is the ultimate goal of a religious program. Every single Jewish woman should go to Bais Chana.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
every single aspect of my life.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the religious connection I made, and the friends I made.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
absolutely incredible. Every single one of them is kind,caring,supportive and inspiring.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
May 5, 2010
I went to Bais Chana for the first time 4 years ago. There were classes for women from different backrounds. The classes were great and I left the seminar with a new approach to life, to religion, family etc.. I came back several times after that, including some times with my husband and on one ocasion with my daughter
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
giving me a new approach to life.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would try to reach more people. Or do more seminars during the year. In different places.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the seminar that was held in Israel. It was such a wonderfull experience to learn in situ. Visit the country and studying about the places.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Are caring people, who will listen to your ideas or needs. Very friendly.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Do so much more. It could reach more people. Do new programs.
Ways to make it better...
I could participate more often.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Funding.
One thing I'd also say is that...
Keep doing your great job. I'm sure many of us who went to Bais Chana will say the same
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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