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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].

Statement on US Weapons Pause

Statement on US Weapons Pause

The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) released a statement regarding the Biden Administration’s threat to withhold certain Congressionally approved military aid to Israel. The Greater Miami Jewish Federation believes that this JFNA statement represents the overwhelming consensus of our Jewish community, as well.

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Yom Ha’Zikaron Holds Renewed Meaning For Jews Worldwide

Yom Ha’Zikaron Holds Renewed Meaning For Jews Worldwide

Yom Ha’Zikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day, which honors Israel’s fallen soldiers, and Yom Ha’Atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day, take on an even greater meaning this year.

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Honoring our Leaders at The Annual Meeting

Honoring our Leaders at The Annual Meeting

The 86th Annual Meeting of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation is a wonderful opportunity to come together to thank and honor outstanding leaders in our Jewish community. Join us on Thursday, May 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jungle Island Ballroom.

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Screams Before Silence

Screams Before Silence

With her new documentary, Screams Before Silence, former Chief Operating Officer of Meta Sheryl Sandberg is bringing attention to the rampant and horrific accounts of sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas during their October 7 terrorist attacks.

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