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Israel Experiences Blog

Federation is working to build a strong Jewish future by offering various opportunities for Israel experiences. Living in Israel and participating on a program can be transformative for many young adults. Read personal accounts about these experiences and stay up-to-date on what it is like living in Israel.

Jul 9, 2013

Masa Alumni Maintain Connections with Israel, Strengthen Local Community

Jul 9, 2013

Miami Birthright Israel Participant Reflects On “Mind Blowing” Experience

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation partnered with Taglit-Birthright Israel to provide an exclusive Miami community Birthright experience for young adults ages 22 to 26 from Sunday, June 2, 2013 to Thursday, June 13, 2013.

Jun 7, 2013

Documenting Otzma

Otzma has been a truly unique and multifaceted experience. We move from city to city and from adventure to adventure. I decided to join the Israeli Media Fellowship project to boost my Israel experience and was given a creative project to complete. I had to make a video series describing my journey.

Protecting Jewish Miami

Protecting Jewish Miami

During this time of alarming worldwide antisemitism and attacks on Jewish people and institutions, Federation’s Office of Community Security (OCS) and its partners are working daily to protect Jewish Miami.

Israeli Teens Share Robotics Expertise With Miami Campers

Israeli Teens Share Robotics Expertise With Miami Campers

Israeli teens from Federation’s partner city of Yerucham recently traveled to Miami for nearly two weeks to mentor local kids and young adults in robotics and other STEM topics, all while strengthening their connection to Israel.

Fund for Victims of Terror Brings Israelis Respite and Joy

Fund for Victims of Terror Brings Israelis Respite and Joy

This summer, a women’s retreat for spouses of wounded IDF soldiers and an amusement park outing for war-weary Israelis helped traumatized Israelis find moments of peace.

Apply Now to Diller Teen Fellows

Apply Now to Diller Teen Fellows

Applications are still being accepted for the 2026-2027 Cohort for the Diller Teens Fellows program, a leadership development opportunity for 10- and 11th-graders.

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