Editing Mivtza Torah (section)

== History of the Campaign ==
In the farbrengen of 15 Shvat 5731 (1971), the Rebbe announced: "The time has come to 'conquer' the world through additional effort and increased vigor in Torah study." Three years later, this declaration became an official "campaign" - the Torah Campaign (in 5734/1974).

The Rebbe instructed activists to influence Jews to study Torah for at least a few moments each day. It was emphasized that the activists themselves should increase their own Torah study, particularly yeshiva students who should serve as living examples from whom others could learn how to study Torah. Additional instruction: Make an effort to memorize words of Torah that can be reviewed in various places and situations.

In letters sent to individuals around the time of the campaign announcement, the Rebbe encouraged them to increase their Torah study, noting that the Torah Campaign also applies to women, provided it doesn't affect their existing obligations, particularly regarding children's education.

As part of this campaign, Torah classes are held in Chabad Houses and Chabad communities as a central part of their activities. Many Chabad yeshivas conduct an annual 'Torah Campaign' which includes comprehensive tests on the entire Gemara tractate being studied in the yeshiva.

Between 5734-5793 (1974-1993), Tzeirei Agudas Chabad maintained a department that coordinated campaign activities.

In 5775 (2015), the department was re-established by Rabbi Yisroel Ashkenazi, and as part of the renewed activity, the "Chochmas Chaim" initiative was launched, enabling in-depth conversations around Torah values through discussion cards adapted for the general public.