Coalition for Jewish Learning
Student to Student
Changing perceptions by sharing personal Jewish stories.
Overview
Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Student to Student program offers an incredible opportunity for 11th and 12th-graders to make a meaningful impact in our community.
For a small investment of time, you can make a lasting impact in how others view Jewish people. Being a Student to Student Presenter empowers you to break down cultural barriers, connect with Jewish peers, and demonstrate true leadership. Share your Jewish experiences with other high school students, and influence how they think of Jews and Judaism. You will gain experiences that set you apart from others and demonstrate your ability to speak confidently about yourself.
Details
What is Student to Student?
Student to Student is a proven, classroom-based experiential program that brings Jewish and non-Jewish high school students together to learn about Judaism through personal storytelling. Jewish high school Student Presenters visit local high schools with few, if any, Jewish students to share their Jewish practices and experiences.
Why is Student to Student needed?
This program not only enriches the participants’ knowledge and empathy but also strengthens broader community bonds.
Join Student to Student in 2026-27
Demonstrate Leadership. Make a Difference. Share Your Story.
Contact Dalilah Conen, Director of Teen Initiatives to learn more.
Connect
As Director of Teen Initiatives for the Coalition for Jewish Learning at the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, Dalilah Conen leads community-wide teen engagement programs that cultivate Jewish identity, values-based leadership, and meaningful connection. She oversees the Milwaukee Jewish Teen Philanthropy Board, recruiting and mentoring teen leaders, teaching Jewish values related to giving, and empowering teens to build leadership skills through the philanthropic cycle, from learning about community needs to collective grantmaking and impact evaluation, in partnership with local agencies and Federation colleagues.
Dalilah also oversees teen leaders of the Student to Student program, serving as the primary recruiter for teen educators, coordinating training and logistics, accompanying teens on classroom visits, and managing internal operations to support teens as confident peer leaders and Jewish ambassadors. She collaborates with internal and external partners to develop community programs and coordinates a network for professionals who support teen engagement.
Outside of work, she can usually be found teaching Hebrew school, playing fetch at the dog park, or playing with her adorable nieces.
