Find Your Future

Episode 2: Debriefing with Dina

By: RosPod Admin

January 1, 2026

Illustration by Rebecca Fabricant

Dina Kwasnicki is the new Director of Youth & Teen Engagement at the local Temple Sinai.

In this episode, Ms. Kwasnicki discuses what her new job entails, including all regular Jewish engagement opportunities, working with teens, weekly programs, community service, and more! She also shares her story about how she got her job and how her personality allows her to excel at it.

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