News From the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

Since classes began in August, Hillel’s two Miami-based chapters, Hillel at the University of Miami (UM) and Hillel at Florida International University (FIU) have created unique programs to inform, inspire and unite students attending live classes on campus and virtual classes from home.

In an uncertain world...We are providing much certainty.

Join our community for a virtual commemoration of Kristallnacht on Monday, November 9 at 7pm. Hear eyewitness testimony from Kristallnacht Survivor Herbert Karliner, pay tribute to Holocaust victims and honor the resilience of Survivors.

Domestic violence can impact anyone, regardless of religion, age, gender, education or economic status. Federation, working with our primary human service partner agency Jewish Community Services (JCS) of South Florida, is assisting survivors of domestic abuse through Shalom Bayit. Translated as “peace in the home,” the program provides short- and long-term help so families can live a life free of fear.

"There is no future without our past." Spoken word artist Vanessa Hidary, the “Hebrew Mamita,” shared these powerful words during her surprise performance at yesterday's Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Event.

Be counted and make your voice heard. Early voting for the Tuesday, November 3 general election has begun and the Federation Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) wants to keep you informed on key issues and races. The JCRC Election Day Toolkit offers resources to ensure you are ready to vote, whether by mail or in person.

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Jewish Community Relations Council enthusiastically welcome the normalization agreement between Israel and Sudan announced today, October 23, 2020. This agreement, the third in as many months, after similar breakthroughs with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, is the latest sign of a diplomatic realignment in the Middle East. It is particularly significant given the decades-long history of hostility between the two countries.

The Jewish Federations of North America 2020 General Assembly is bringing the entire Jewish world together — virtually — on Sunday, October 25 through Tuesday, October 27.

Pull up a chair and get ready to settle in to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation Women’s Event from the comfort of your living room! It’s not too late to join the more than 800 women who have already registered for the annual Women’s Philanthropy signature program on Thursday, October 22 at 10:30 a.m., chaired by Silvia Assor.

Seven months later, members of Miami’s Jewish community are still suffering. And seven months later, Federation continues to support those who are experiencing the effects of the coronavirus crisis including income loss, food insufficiency, mental health challenges and numerous other hardships.

In the wake of the historic diplomatic agreements between Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Federation overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel has already begun to support Jewish education and enhance Jewish identity for the Jewish population in each country.

It’s almost time to “meet” Mayim at The Women’s Event! Chaired by Silvia Assor, Federation Women’s Philanthropy signature program will bring together Jewish women from across our community for a virtual event to remember.

Stay informed with the latest events in the Jewish community with the return of The Community Post to your inbox every Sunday, beginning October 18. The online publication is a one-stop portal to view a compilation of events happening in Miami’s Jewish community.

Building on a strong foundation of educating our community, Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), along with some of its counterparts throughout Florida, is sponsoring an Israel Action Network Regional Training on Israel, BDS and anti-Semitism.

Patients at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital are connecting to their Jewish heritage, even while hospitalized, thanks to support from a Federation Jewish Incubator Grant.

The Miami-Yerucham Partnership has taken its mission of building people-to-people relationships between the two cities to the next level. A few months ago, the Yerucham Robotics high school team (Y Team) made face shields for Federation partner agencies in Israel that serve populations with special needs.

Jewish teachings highlight the importance of extending an open hand to those in need, and throughout the pandemic, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has done just that.

Do you know a Bar or Bat Mitzvah student looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to engage with Holocaust Survivors or volunteer at local Jewish organizations?