Federation Programming

<!-- If you embed multiple forms on your page, only copy one of the lines. Otherwise, multiple copies of the form will appear.--><div data-blackbaud-registration-form data-blackbaud-registration-form-envid="p-6y7bAPB6cE6nVgL2Gevslw" data-blackbaud-registration-form-id="42625d75-f676-440b-9c97-5d355542215c" data-blackbaud-registration-form-zone="usa" data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height="0"> <!-- If your page has a header/overlay, then you can set this 'data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height' value to your header height so that the payment form will scroll to the proper location when opened. -->This year’s commemoration will feature powerful voices and messages that emphasize that this is a story of strength, resilience, and continuous growth. Welcome: Florina Newcomb, CEO, Birmingham Jewish Federation Reflections: Julian Resnick, Israeli Scholar-in-Residence and friend Remarks: Phillip Ensler and David Faulkner, Alabama State Representatives and members of the Alabama Israel Legislative Caucus Interfaith Message: Herbby Geer, Lead Mission Strategist for the Tuscaloosa County Baptist Association, who lived in Israel for 38 years and brings a deeply personal perspective of connection and support The program will also uplift younger voices and highlight our community: N. E. Miles Jewish Day School (NEMJDS) will champion the Wings of Hope project, a permanent art installation in the school created by the students, staff, and community, representing our hope for peace. Robin Berger, Director of Recruitment & Retention, NEMJDS,  will introduce and officially kick off […]

She Leads: The Power of Women's Perspectives in Building Community A panel discussion with professionals from the Birmingham Jewish Federation & Foundation- Riva Cullinan, Hadas Levine, Margaret Norman, Victoria Kimerling Oliphant and Samantha Palmer. Moderated by the first woman elected Mayor of Mountain Brook, Graham Smith. The evening will include delicious desserts prepared by fellow members of BJF Women’s Philanthropy. *Note: This event is only open to members of Birmingham Jewish Federation's Women's Philanthropy. To RSVP &/or to learn more about Women's Philanthropy, email SusanG@bjf.org. Event location shared upon RSVP.