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Federation is working to build a strong Jewish future by offering various opportunities for Israel experiences. Living in Israel and participating on a program can be transformative for many young adults. Read personal accounts about these experiences and stay up-to-date on what it is like living in Israel.

Miami Birthright Israel Participant Reflects On “Mind Blowing” Experience

Jul 9, 2013

Miami Birthright Israel Participant Reflects On “Mind Blowing” Experience

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation partnered with Taglit-Birthright Israel to provide an exclusive Miami community Birthright experience for young adults ages 22 to 26 from Sunday, June 2, 2013 to Thursday, June 13, 2013.
Documenting Otzma

Jun 7, 2013

Documenting Otzma

Otzma has been a truly unique and multifaceted experience. We move from city to city and from adventure to adventure. I decided to join the Israeli Media Fellowship project to boost my Israel experience and was given a creative project to complete. I had to make a video series describing my journey.
Welcome Home, Romi, Emily and Doron

Welcome Home, Romi, Emily and Doron

The Jewish community today is overwhelmed with emotion as we welcome Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher back home after 471 days in captivity.

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Advancing Jewish Miami

Advancing Jewish Miami

Fourteen nonprofits have been selected to receive a total of $80,000 in 2025 Jewish Incubator Grants from the Annual Federation Campaign.

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Meet Miami’s New Israel Fellows

Meet Miami’s New Israel Fellows

Two young adult Israelis are connecting with college students at the Federation-funded Hillels at FIU and UM as Jewish Agency Israel Fellows.

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Miami Lions Attend ILOJC

Miami Lions Attend ILOJC

Nearly 60 Miami Lions joined 1,700 of the most dedicated women philanthropists in Atlanta at the International Lion of Judah conference last week.

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