About
Through Ziering Brandeis Camp Institute (BCI), young adults develop the tools to answer defining questions of their 20s: Who am I? What do I believe? And how will I lead?
Welcome
Young adults in their 20s often feel like they’re drifting.
BCI helps you find your path.
"My identity as a nonbinary person and as a Jew don’t conflict—they deepen and strengthen each other. This summer at BCI, I stepped out of my comfort zone, reconnected with my faith, and grew in ways I’m truly proud of."
"I feel more like myself here than I have in a long time. My confidence has grown. It has been so amazing to feel 110% supported by the staff and other participants and it has allowed me to step out of my comfort zone in a supported way."
"I enjoyed every day at BCI: singing, dancing, learning, reflecting, meditating, laughing, walking, swimming, and making art."
"I had the chance to be myself without any filter: Zionist and pro-Palestinian, queer, and Jewish. I’d never felt so accepted in my life and that’s thanks to all the amazing staff. "
Spend three weeks living and learning alongside peers from around the world, developing the skills to navigate high-stakes issues with confidence—like career transitions, religious and cultural identity, social justice, and more, while engaging in music, art, and learning.
We are planning 2027. Check back soon for dates.
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Brandeis-Bardin Campus
Discover Brandeis-Bardin Campus: 2,700 acres of Simi Valley hills you’ll call home over the summer.
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