AJC Miami and Broward

06/05/2026

Congratulations to Robert C. Gilbert, who was presented with AJC Miami and Broward’s prestigious Judge Learned Hand Award at a recent dinner attended by hundreds of friends, colleagues, and community leaders. See the full-page ad which appeared in the Miami Herald South Florida Album.

The Judge Learned Hand Award - AJC’s highest honor within the legal profession - recognizes a lifetime of achievement and an unwavering commitment to individual rights and democratic values. Bobby Gilbert’s distinguished legal career and steadfast dedication to the community exemplify the very spirit of this award.

Special thanks to Event Chairs Aaron and Dorothy Podhurst, along with the outstanding Co-Chairs and Host Committee, many of whom are pictured below, whose leadership made the evening a tremendous success.

Photos: Gort Productions.

05/29/2026

Our Palm Beach office proudly represented AJC last night at the Italian National Day celebration.

05/29/2026

Last night, Mike Teichberg represented AJC - American Jewish Committee Miami & Broward at the Youth Hate Crimes Leadership Program Graduation hosted by the Urban League of Broward County.

The evening brought together community leaders and partners committed to combating hate and empowering the next generation of changemakers. Speakers included Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Veronica Walker, Captain Renea’ Wilborn-Peterson, and Evan Goldman from the Jewish Federation of Broward County.

We were especially proud to celebrate alongside AJC Broward Venture Council member Jeanine Karp, whose leadership and service on the Urban League of Broward County Board reflects the power of partnership and coalition-building across our community.

Congratulations to Fallon Johnson and the graduates for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to building stronger and more inclusive communities. Your work gives all of us hope for the future.

AJC is proud to stand alongside our partners in the fight against hate and antisemitism through education, advocacy, and relationship-building across South Florida.

05/22/2026

AJC's Brian D Siegal was honored to meet with Consul General Junya Nakano to reflect on the strong and growing partnership between the Consulate General of Japan in Miami and AJC Miami & Broward. Together, we look forward to deepening collaboration and advancing shared priorities that strengthen our community and global engagement.

On May 19, Consul General Junya Nakano met with Mr. Brian Siegal, Regional Director of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Miami and Broward Regional Office. They reflected on the cooperation between the Consulate and the AJC and discussed further collaborations. We look forward to our continued partnership with the AJC Miami and Broward Regional Office.

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for AJC Miami and Broward’s Israel on Trial featuring Judge Roy Altman. We were honored to welcome so many thoughtful leaders for an important evening of dialogue focused on facts, history, law, and advocacy.

Thank you to Judge Altman for sharing your insight and leadership, and to Steve Brodie and the Carlton Fields team for hosting this meaningful conversation.

We are grateful to all who continue to stand with AJC in support of Israel, combating antisemitism, and strengthening our community relationships.

To learn more about AJC’s work or to get involved, visit www.AJC.org

05/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined AJC - American Jewish Committee Miami and Broward for our Diplomatic Luncheon this week featuring German Consulate General in Miami-Consul General Christofer Burger and Consulate General of Italy in Miami- Consul General Michele Mistò for a timely and meaningful conversation on antisemitism, diplomacy, and the importance of global partnership.

At a moment of rising antisemitism and when democratic values and international cooperation are being tested around the world, gatherings like these remind us of the importance of dialogue, relationship-building, and principled leadership.

We are deeply grateful to our distinguished speakers for sharing their insights and perspectives, and to everyone in attendance for continuing to engage in these critical conversations with thoughtfulness and purpose.

A special thank you to Northern Trust for graciously hosting us and helping make this impactful afternoon possible.

We look forward to continuing these important conversations and welcoming our community back this fall for another exciting season of programming, advocacy, and engagement.

05/15/2026

Yesterday, AJC Miami & Broward was honored to join the City of Miami Government for its Jewish American Heritage Month proclamation ceremony, organized by our partners at JCRC of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, alongside ADL, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), and 3GMiami.

We were proud to stand with members of our leadership and community in recognition of the enduring impact of Jewish Americans—here in Miami and across the United States.
Jewish American Heritage Month, established through bipartisan leadership in Congress and first proclaimed in 2006, celebrates the extraordinary contributions of Jewish Americans to our nation’s culture, science, public service, civil rights, and civic life.

In Miami, generations of Jewish leaders and innovators have helped shape the fabric of our community—strengthening its cultural institutions, advancing philanthropy, and building a more vibrant, inclusive city. Across the country, Jewish Americans have played a vital role in advancing progress and justice in countless fields.

We thank Mayor Eileen Higgins and the City of Miami Commissioners for recognizing these contributions and for their continued commitment to inclusion, education, and unity.
At a time of rising antisemitism globally, Jewish American Heritage Month is both a celebration and a call to action—to deepen understanding, foster connection, and stand together across communities.
🔗 Explore AJC’s resources: https://www.ajc.org/jewishamericanheritagemonth

05/14/2026

AJC Global Forum 2026—the premier global Jewish advocacy conference of the year—will bring more than 2,000 activists from over 70 countries together in Washington, D.C., from May 31–June 2, and we hope you will be there. Can't make it? We've got the next best thing. Sign up and receive a friendly reminder just prior to the live webcasts you don't want to miss!

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05/14/2026

As we celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, AJC’s Brian D Siegal reminds us that identity and pride should never be overshadowed by fear.
At a time of rising antisemitism, it’s more important than ever to stand strong, speak out, and show up—openly and confidently—as who we are.
Read the op-ed ⬇️
https://www.ajc.org/news/dont-let-fear-take-away-pride-during-jewish-american-heritage-month
(Photo: Matias J. Ocner for Miami Herald)

05/12/2026

Today marks 61 years of diplomatic relations between Israel and Germany.

AJC was the first American Jewish organization to establish a post-Holocaust presence in Germany and open AJC Berlin.

We join all Israelis and Germans in celebrating this milestone!