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Mar 24, 2022

First Group of Honeymoon Israel Returns

Seventeen Miami couples, including interfaith, multi-racial and LGBTQ+ partners, recently returned from the first cohort of Honeymoon Israel, a highly subsidized, nine-day trip to explore the country and build meaningful, lasting Jewish connections. The young adults hiked Masada, celebrated Shabbat in Jerusalem, floated in the Dead Sea, traveled to the mystical city of Tzfat, visited the Syrian border, drummed to Israeli music and more, while strengthening their Jewish identities and relationships with their spouses. For newlywed Katie Miller, the experience was meaningful and educational. “My husband is Jewish and it was an amazing opportunity to be immersed in Jewish culture and religion,” she said. “I am a seasoned traveler and this was probably the best trip I have been on. I loved learning about the history of Israel and sharing Shabbat and Havdalah with an eclectic group of people who were equally excited to be there.” To learn more about Honeymoon Israel and when the next cohort will be going, please contact Nicole Erdfrocht at [email protected].

Mental Health Awareness for Campers

Mental Health Awareness for Campers

Alper JCC Miami is partnering with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s BeWell Miami to bring camper mental health care to summer camp.

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Welcome Home, Olim

Welcome Home, Olim

Just one day after the recent ceasefire with Iran, 110 olim (new immigrants) from France arrived in Israel, and with the help of Federation partner The Jewish Agency for Israel, they continue to come, eager to start a new life in their new home.

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Helping Ethiopian Israelis Enter the High-Tech Work Force

Helping Ethiopian Israelis Enter the High-Tech Work Force

Federation is helping bridge the gap of Ethiopian Israelis employed in Israel’s tech sector by funding Tech-Career, a comprehensive training program established in 2002 by and for Ethiopian Israelis.

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College Freshmen: Hillel Is Calling!


College Freshmen: Hillel Is Calling!


Incoming college freshmen can register now to join Hillel International for a free virtual session on Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m. ET.

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