Jewish
Houston
Young
Professionals Experience
We are a community of growth oriented Jewish young professionals in Houston Texas. At J-HYPE we are aiming to cultivate meaningful relationships with each other and with our heritage through exciting programs, trips, social events, and educational initiatives. Our goal is to provide every Jewish young professional, regardless of affiliation or denomination, with the beauty and wisdom of Jewish life and learning, while building community and friendship among peers.
MEET OUR TEAM
MEET THE TEAM
Devorah Ouzzan
Devorah began her teaching career as an Early Childhood teacher in Toronto, Canada. She completed her four year Bachelor ’s degree in Social Development Studies from Waterloo University and has taken many professional development courses and classes in education. Devorah has found her passion working as a Judaic studies teacher for elementary grades and has over 9 years experience educating children.
Rabbi Johnny Ouzzan
Founder & Director
Rabbi Johnny grew up in Toronto, Canada in a French Sephardic family, the eldest of six boys. The schooling system and community prompted him and his family to take on greater Jewish observance, eventually leading Rabbi Johnny to enroll in a full-time Yeshiva in Jerusalem known as Kol Torah.
Dayana Nisanov
Dayana Manashirova Nisanov, immigrated from Azerbaijan to Brooklyn, NY when she was 3 years old. She finished her undergraduate degree at Brooklyn College, majoring in Philosophy & Law. Upon graduation, she did a short stint at Hofstra Law School before working at an Architecture & Design Firm. In addition to J-HYPE, Dayana is an active community member, working with other Kiruv organizations, including Beit Juhuro & RAJE, in addition to creating a Houston relocation group.
OUR VISION
J-HYPE was founded in 2019 with the goal of connecting Houston’s Jewish Young Professionals community together and providing a space and platform for inclusivity, leadership, Jewish learning, and growth. We feel that our heritage is rich with wisdom that can positively impact our lives and our relationships. Everyone is welcome at J-HYPE, regardless of background, affiliation or denomination in Judaism. If you like being around other young Jews, and are looking to learn and grow, you’ll feel right at home with us! Our model capitalizes on the camaraderie created on trips, the warmth of the Shabbat table, and the invigorating interactive Jewish discussions among peers. With many community resources at our disposal, the sky's the limit! Join our community and be a part of the magic.
OUR PARTNERS
It's a phenomenal organization. Getting people to not only learn Torah, but to really have fun with each other in social environments—at the same time learn new things about our religion!
- Ben Proler