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Apr 14, 2021

Understanding Severe Autism

Autism

What is it like to live with severe autism? What does it mean to care for those individuals who need help with daily living? While the public perception about living "on the spectrum” is palpable, user-friendly and often characterizes those diagnosed with autism as “quirky geniuses,” it is far from reality. On Thursday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. join the Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance to hear from experts in the field, Dr. Michael Alessandri, Executive Director of University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities and Amy S.F. Lutz, author of We Walk: Life With Severe Autism and the mother of a son with severe autism as they challenge commonly held ideas that define autism either as a disease or as neurodiversity. Click here for more information and to RSVP.

High Holiday Welcome Program

High Holiday Welcome Program

If you are new to Jewish Miami or financially unable to access tickets for High Holiday services, you may be eligible for free seats through Federation’s High Holiday Welcome Program.

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New Olim Head Back to School

New Olim Head Back to School

As students around the world return to the classroom, Federation and our partners are helping the youngest olim (immigrants) get ready for school in Israel.

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Jewish New Teacher Project Supports Educator

Jewish New Teacher Project Supports Educator

The program pairs new and experienced teachers with one another for valuable insight, practical guidance and encouraging support.

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Supporting Resilience on Israeli Campuses

Supporting Resilience on Israeli Campuses

As IDF reservists return from military duty and resume their academic studies, Federation is helping fund resilience centers to promote well-being and a sense of stability and security among Israeli students and faculty members alike.

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