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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.

Join a Synagogue for 5786

Join a Synagogue for 5786

If you’d like to become a synagogue member for the High Holidays and beyond, there is a congregation in Miami-Dade County ready to welcome you.

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Israel’s Mobile Mental Health Care Unit

Israel’s Mobile Mental Health Care Unit

In supporting the mobile Road to Resilience program in the north of Israel, Federation is helping to address the region’s increase in mental health care needs.

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Much-Loved Milk & Honey Coming Soon

Much-Loved Milk & Honey Coming Soon

Don’t miss one of Jewish Miami’s most loved community service events of the year! Register now for Milk & Honey, organized by Jewish Community Services of South Florida and Federation and help vulnerable seniors in our neighborhood.

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Teen Israel Academy: A New Kind of Israel Education

Teen Israel Academy: A New Kind of Israel Education

Calling all high school juniors and seniors: Are you looking for a safe academic space to grapple with Israel’s complexities and challenging questions before heading off to college? Apply now for the second cohort of Teen Israel Academy.

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