Since its inception in 2001, BAMA has developed training programs for formal and informal educators, created teaching materials and offered consultation to Jewish schools in Argentina and throughout Latin America.  When the Jewish Agency established BAMA in 2001, the guiding principle was to enable the community to rebuild and strengthen Jewish education in light of the damage wrought by regional economic upheaval. .

Yehudit Iumal, the recently appointed director, enthusiastically notes that BAMA has built on the momentum of its success, and she looks forward to her own role in further expanding the horizons of Jewish Zionist education in Latin America. Israel's forthcoming sixtieth anniversary is one vehicle for creative educational programs. Youth will gain insight into the heritage of the Jewish state through study and role-playing that is focused on leaders from Ben-Gurion to Begin. Yehudit believes that BAMA programs also have the capacity to reach beyond educational settings—and promote a culture of involvement in Jewish heritage and a connection to Israel in the community at large

Another essential aspect of BAMA's work are its efforts to adapt Jewish educational programs to the needs of vulnerable populations. Youth movement leaders are being educated in constructive ways of working with youngsters from troubled homes and disadvantaged circumstances.  Yehudit underscores that BAMA's achievements reinforce the strength of a community that is still in the process of rebuilding.  The shared goal is a secure Jewish future.