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Dec 18, 2024

A Unique Federation-Funded Program is Helping Keep Survivors of Domestic Violence Safe

A Federation Women’s Amutot Initiative grantee is addressing the increase in domestic violence in Israel since October 7 with a special canine protection program. Dedicated to combating violence against women, the Michal Sela Forum responded to the 65 percent rise in incidents since the war began by providing guard dogs to survivors of domestic violence. On average, participating women reported a 70 percent reduction of threats by their ex-partners due to their dog’s presence. Additionally, the women’s elevated sense of personal safety, freedom and control has resulted in a significant increase in social interactions and activities for their children. Batya, whose husband had threatened to kill her after serving time for assaulting her, completed a three-month Forum training program before she and her three daughters welcomed guard dog Bamba into their lives. “I don’t know where my ex-husband is,” she shared, “but it’s easier to sleep at night.” Click here to learn more about our Women’s Amutot Initiative.

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

As missiles rained down and everyone took shelter, Federation did what it does best: organized a swift response, located resources and brought people together.

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Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Through your support of the Israel Emergency Fund (IEF), an additional $10 million is now helping Israelis whose needs have increased dramatically since the start of the Israel-Iran war.

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Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

Longtime Federation Board member, Forever Pacesetter and highly involved volunteer Shelly Brodie will become the new Chair of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, effective July 1.

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Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Preschoolers at the Herman & Miriam Tauber Academy raised $800 to help children in Federation’s partner city of Yerucham buy necessary school supplies.

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