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May 25, 2021

Keeping Jewish Communities Safe and Secure

Against the backdrop of intensifying anti-Semitism, Federation is helping to protect Jewish institutions now and always.

Our Office of Community Security works closely with local and national law enforcement officers and the Secure Communities Network (SCN), an initiative funded by The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) that unites federations across the country in promoting security best practices, safety training and resources for improving security in synagogues and organizations. Federation's overseas partners, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and The Jewish Agency are also working to ensure the safety of the Jewish people worldwide.

In more than 70 countries, the JDC assesses the safety needs of Jewish communities and strengthens their vulnerabilities. Staff train emergency teams to respond to anti-Semitic incidents, work with communal organizations to develop safety protocols, hold drills and exercises and maintain relationships with civic security forces.

The Jewish Agency's Security Assistance Fund helps our global family thrive, even in the unfriendliest of places. Through this essential program, synagogues, community centers, schools and other Jewish organizations can apply for grants to help acquire additional safety measures such as alarms, locks, gates and reinforcements for walls, doors and windows to tighten security.

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

Creating Community in Times of Crisis

As missiles rained down and everyone took shelter, Federation did what it does best: organized a swift response, located resources and brought people together.

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Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Helping Israelis Under Iranian Fire

Through your support of the Israel Emergency Fund (IEF), an additional $10 million is now helping Israelis whose needs have increased dramatically since the start of the Israel-Iran war.

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Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

Meet Shelly Brodie: New Chair of The Foundation

Longtime Federation Board member, Forever Pacesetter and highly involved volunteer Shelly Brodie will become the new Chair of The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, effective July 1.

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Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Lending a (Small) Hand: Kids Helping Kids

Preschoolers at the Herman & Miriam Tauber Academy raised $800 to help children in Federation’s partner city of Yerucham buy necessary school supplies.

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