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Yaffa Palti

From Brooklyn to Israel to Mexico City to San Diego and now Miami, Mrs Yaffa Palti has been actively involved in community affairs, teaching, lecturing, and has led challah bakes and self development retreats for thousands of women across the US and around the world, for many years. 

Yaffa is one of the most sought after public speakers, known for her charisma, depth and humor. She is often compared to a ray of sunshine, transforming any environment she encounters into one of warmth and light. 

Yaffa lectures on many diverse topics, each one inspirational, motivational and transformational; all profound, enlightening and unique, and filled with joy and humor. 

She is famous worldwide for her active and popular online presence, and is known endearingly as the “Instagram Rebetzin”

Yaffa comes from a Torah observant background, and was raised in a home infused with chessed and unconditional acceptance. She is a singer/songwriter and often blends together her lectures and melodies. 

Yaffa has also been teaching  Kallahs for two decades and she now educates future kallah teachers. She is a trained educator, life and relationships coach, as well as a certified addictions and substance abuse professional.

October 7 Commemorations

October 7 Commemorations

Three years after the vicious October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel, Jewish Miami will come together to remember those we lost, honor the courage of the heroes and stand united with Israel and the Jewish people.

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Improving Medical Care in Israel’s Periphery

Improving Medical Care in Israel’s Periphery

Nearly three years after October 7, getting medical treatments in certain parts of Israel can still be challenging, which is why Federation is helping recruit, retain and develop physicians in the country’s periphery.

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Federation Equips Schoolchildren in Ukraine

Federation Equips Schoolchildren in Ukraine

As Jewish children across Ukraine headed back to school earlier this month, Federation helped ensure they had what they needed to make their academic year a success — physically and emotionally.

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September Is Suicide Prevention Month

September Is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness, encourage open conversations and remind our community that help is available.

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