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Apr 4, 2024

April is Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month

According to the CDC, one in 36 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, the fastest-growing developmental disability in the US. Working to transform awareness of disabilities into action and support, Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) has partnered with local synagogues and Jewish agencies to offer community events throughout the month of April, Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month. Tamar Sivan, who leads Temple Beth Am’s Accessibility Committee, encourages us to be “better allies for people on the spectrum and their families, and do what we can to help everyone feel part of the community.” The Pinecrest synagogue is spearheading two relevant programs: Exploring the Brain, on April 17, which will focus on the challenges and opportunities facing individuals with autism and their families, and a Sensory-Friendly Family Shabbat Service on April 27. Further north, Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus will host up to 50 Jewish adults with developmental or physical challenges for a Special Mitzvah Seder on April 25. MJAA is the Jewish community’s network that links individuals with disabilities and their families to resources, services, support groups and more within their community.

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Offered at a variety of cemeteries and virtually on Zoom, participants will join together in memory and prayer and light a yahrzeit candle for those who brought light into this world. Following the short program, you can visit the graves of loved ones with relevant materials provided.

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Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami are once again partnering with local synagogues to make High Holiday services accessible to all.

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All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

As we approach the High Holidays, it’s important to remember that all people — those with disabilities and those without — want to participate in community prayer. That is why Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) is sharing valuable resources to elevate worship and celebrate Judaism.

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Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Hundreds of people from across Jewish Miami gathered recently at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens to thank the outgoing Federation Women’s Philanthropy Board of Directors for their outstanding service and to install new leadership for the coming year.

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