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Jul 1, 2024

Jewish Agency Shlichim Inspiring Jewish Campers


Federation overseas partner The Jewish Agency for Israel has deployed 1,600 young Israelis as shlichim (emissaries) to 170 Jewish summer camps — including Camp Sol Taplin at Michael-Ann Russell JCC and and Camp Klurman at Miami Beach JCC. Each year, these energetic and passionate shlichim participate in camp life, sharing Jewish traditions, teaching Israeli and Jewish culture and serving as role models for campers and staff. Pictured above, Itamar, from Nes Tziona, and Shira, from Miami’s partnership community of Yerucham, are bonding with campers at Michael-Ann Russell JCC, while Eliya Roth, from Irus, is spending her summer with the kids attending Miami Beach JCC's Camp Klurman. Both JCCs are Federation partners and funded in part through the Annual Federation/UJA Campaign. As the Israel-Hamas war continues, many shlichim will undoubtedly share personal stories of how they and their communities were impacted by October 7, making the encounters even more meaningful.

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Welcoming Shlichim at Summer Camps

Despite a war with Iran, ballistic missiles and Israel’s closed airspace, this year’s delegation of summer camp shlichim (emissaries) is the largest ever.

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Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

Helping People With Disabilities During Crises

When emergency sirens blare in Israel, most people run quickly to safety in shelters, but for those with disabilities, this may be impossible, which is why Federation is funding essential programs that help during wars, terror attacks and more.

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Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Remembering the AMIA Attack in Argentina

Join Jewish Miami on Tuesday, July 22 for the Annual Commemoration of the tragic AMIA (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) Jewish Community Center bombing in Argentina 31 years ago.

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Hurricane Season Is Here

Hurricane Season Is Here

You can join the 2025 JVC Emergency Response Team (JVERT) to support our community if a disaster strikes.

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