Read a recap of all the events happening at home and around the world concerning Israel and Jewish identity compiled by our Director of Strategic Initiatives, Pamela Garron
Front Row (L-R): Scott Behar, Councilman Luis Viera, Nicole Nowogrodzki, Sunny Duann, Pamela Garron, Sudhir “Sid” Shah and Eric Arapi.
Second Row (L-R): Alan Cohn, Arnelle Bigelet, Jose “Joey” Omila and Jim Sturim.
Back Row (L-R): Cindy Spahn, Jeffery Berger, Joe Probasco and Rochelle Gross.
‘Humanity Chose Courage’: International Rescue Stories Highlight Holocaust Remembrance at Tampa City Council
Tampa’s Jewish Community Relations Council and the Tampa JCCs & Federation have shared stories of Chazak v’Ametz — “be strong and courageous” — and illuminated acts of moral clarity and compassion during the Holocaust. In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Tampa’s City Council, led by Councilman Luis Viera, hosted a commemoration at Old City Hall on January 22, recognizing the “Righteous Among the Nations,” individuals across continents who risked their lives to save Jews from Nazi persecution.
Marking the United Nations-designated January 27 anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the program featured speakers representing Albania, China, Argentina, the Philippines and India, each sharing accounts of rescue and refuge from their countries of origin.
The event underscored a vital truth: even in humanity’s darkest hour, courageous moral choices transcended borders, faiths and cultures, affirming the enduring responsibility to confront antisemitism and hatred today.
To view the remarks shared during the City Council meeting, CLICK HERE (Councilman Viera’s introduction begins at 49:41).
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Purpose & Goals of the JCRC
The objectives of the JCRC shall be to defend and preserve the civil rights of the Jewish community, domestically and overseas, and to promote its interests in relation to the community at large.
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Issues the JCRC Focuses On
Through its activities, the Tampa JCRC works to serve as a voice and advocate.
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Governor Welcomes Jewish Students from Across the Country
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As you've seen in recent news reports, nearly 300 pro-Palestinian protesters marched on May 1st toward USF. They returned to the scene where police deployed tear gas and arrested 13 people on the campus the day before. Crowds grew with each protest, activities appeared to be less violent, and children were joining the group as well. Learn more.
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Contact Scott Behar, Scott.Behar@JewishTampa.com 813-291-2214
Chair: Jonathan Ellis
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Fully tax deductible donations to support the efforts of the JCRC can be made to the Tampa JCC's and Federation.
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Activate Awareness
Activate Awareness is a new initiative in our fight against antisemitism. Beginning with the Jewish community, we proactively aim to combat the disinformation in today’s social media outlets.