For over 75 years, Reform Jewish teens have come together in NFTY programs to make new friends, learn about Judaism, and live their Jewish values. The promise of fun may be the first motivator, but the result drives NFTY's teens to be part of Jewish communal life long after high school has ended.
Fostering Strong Jewish Ties
Time spent with other Jewish teens in NFTY programs ranging from a few hours to a full weekend, opens a teen’s eyes to opportunities and challenges. Teens often attend their first NFTY event without knowing a single other attendee – but leave with new friends and lasting connections.
Guiding Teens as Leaders
There are many ways for your child and their peers to plan and lead activities at NFTY, helping them feel empowered to become active, responsible members in their communities.
Being Part of a Family
NFTY is part of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) network, including summer camps, Israel programs, and community service travel experiences. If this is your child’s first URJ experience, they (and you!) will be welcomed with open-arms into our community.
A Welcoming and Nurturing Space
Our highest priority is the well-being of every member of our community. We are intentional in the hiring and training of our staff to make sure we create the most inclusive space for our teens.
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Josh Squire
Regional AdvisorJosh Squire is enthusiastically joining our team after his recent post as a Development Associate for the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven. Josh is…Team Members

Josh Squire
Regional Advisor
Josh Squire is enthusiastically joining our team after his recent post as a Development Associate for the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven. Josh is an alumnus of NFTY’s Northeast region where he held multiple leadership positions including President of his TYG, MITYOR, at Temple Mishkan Israel in Hamden, Connecticut. Josh is also a proud alumnus of NFTY’s Summer EIE Israel program. Josh continued his Jewish journey at the University of Connecticut, where he practiced his passion for Jewish leadership as Hillel president and founding father of historically Jewish fraternity, Sigma Alpha Mu. Josh has also spent multiple summers at URJ Eisner Camp as a counselor and Unit Head.
Since graduating from UConn with a B.A. in Political Science, Josh continues to serve on the UConn Hillel Board of Directors to support active and vibrant Jewish life on campus. Josh has also exercised his love of Jewish teen engagement as a B’nai Brith Youth Organization advisor in the Connecticut Valley Region. In his spare time, you will find Josh at music festivals, searching for new coffee shops, exercising, and cheering on the UConn men’s and women’s basketball teams.