YLD Programs
JUF Young Leadership Division aims to build a better Jewish community in Chicago, Israel and beyond through diverse programs for young adults aged 22–39. To get on the waitlist for any of our programs, email [email protected].
Featured Events
Party of 8
Let YLD schedule a reservation at a restaurant for you and seven others on Thursday, May 28!
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RSJ Shabbat and Cocktails
Join Silverstein Base Chicago and YLD’s Russian Speaking Jews for Shabbat dinner and cocktails at Base Logan Square on May 29.
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Zumba
Come meet new people while you dance and get moving. No experience needed—just bring your energy and get ready for a fun workout on Tuesday, June 2!
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Summer Kickoff Bash
Celebrate summertime in Chicago with YLD and Silverstein Base Chicago at Base Logan Square on June 18.
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36 Under 36
Check out this year’s 12th annual Double Chai in the Chi: Chicago’s Jewish 36 Under 36 list of talented, difference-making Jewish young adults in our city, presented by YLD and Jewish Chicago: The JUF Magazine.
Jewish Chicago 101: LEADS
This unique series attracts hundreds of young adults each year by offering an introductory exploration of the Chicago Jewish community and contemporary issues in a relaxed, social setting. Small groups organized by age and location meet in several areas of the city and all LEADS participants come together following most sessions. The LEADS program runs twice a year—fall and spring.
Registration is now closed. Come back in the fall!
Leadership, Development, Training, and Education Series: Gesher
This program offers participants a unique opportunity to advance their leadership skills, develop relationships with fellow community leaders, explore the inner workings and operations of JUF, make a difference in the Chicago Jewish community and map out their own Jewish leadership journey.
Email [email protected] to join the interest list.
Tackle life’s tricky questions in small-group sessions: LEARN
An ongoing program presented in partnership by Silverstein Base Chicago and YLD. A cohort of young professionals meets twice per month over dinner with a Rabbinic couple to explore what Judaism has to say about life’s big questions while creating a new community as they learn together.
Stay tuned for the Summer 2026 LEARN Program.