Through generous partnership with Hillel Council of New England, BaMidbar is thrilled to bring together campus professionals from across New England to prioritize the well-being of students. Hillel and campus professionals are uniquely situated to create positive environments where not only Jewish learning happens and Jewish identity is built, but also where mental health and wellness can flourish. This course is designed to support young adult-serving Jewish communal professionals in expanding their understanding of mental health and wellness through experiential education and a Jewish lens, in order to actively promote resilience and help their students thrive.
As a result of BaMidbar’s MESH-EE program, Hillel and Campus Professionals build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to:
- Promote healthy social and emotional development for all of the youth they serve
- Recognize when youth are at risk of experiencing mental health challenges
- Explore connections between Jewish tradition and mental health and wellness
- Create Jewish educational experiences through a whole-health wellness lens