Heinz Kounio z"L It is with tremendously heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Heinz Kounio, one of the last Holocaust survivors of Salonika (Thessaloniki) and one of the most important witnesses to the destruction of a Sephardic Jewish civilization that had flourished for centuries. Kounio passed away in Thessaloniki in April 2026 at the age of 98, leaving behind not only children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, but an extraordinary legacy of testimony, remembra

Attendees at the Sephardic Rabbinic Conference at Congregation Shearith Israel in New York A two-day summit proudly organized by the Sephardic Brotherhood of America, the Habura, and UJA-Federation of New York brought together more than 150 rabbis, scholars, and communal leaders to strengthen the future of Sephardic Jewish life NEW YORK, NY — Sephardic Jews make up a major part of the global Jewish population, yet their voices and leadership traditions have long operated on t

The New program by the University of Miami South Florida's vibrant Sephardic community has much to celebrate this season, with milestones spanning tradition, scholarship, and national recognition. The Sephardi Federation of Palm Beach County will hold its 33rd Annual Luncheon on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 12 noon, continuing a beloved tradition that brings the community together to celebrate Sephardic heritage and support the Federation's ongoing work. Meanwhile, Temple Mos

This summer and early fall, Philadelphia's storied Sephardic community—anchored by Congregation Mikveh Israel, the nation's oldest continuous Jewish congregation—marked a historic season honoring 250 years of Jewish life in America. In July, the congregation hosted Jewish America 250, a community-wide celebration drawing neighbors from across the region for exhibits, local vendors, food, and music, along with access to Mikveh Israel's America 250 exhibition. The free, public

Congratulations to the 35 recipients who were honored as Sephardic Brotherhood Scholars on May 31! Celebrating its 82nd year, the Scholarship and Education Committee held our annual Irving Barocas z"L Memorial Scholarship Awards Ceremony in New York, bringing together parents, grandparents, and students from our membership throughout the United States. Each student’s achievements were highlighted and speeches were given by the top awardees. This year’s scholarship cohort was

Becky Benaroya z'L Rebecca (Becky) Benaroya, the first-generation Sephardic Jewish woman whose love of the Jewish community, art, children, and the city of Seattle touched countless institutions and individuals, died on February 25th, 2026. She was 103. Becky was born at Seattle’s Providence Hospital January 14th, 1923, the second child and first daughter to Yuda (Joe) Benoun, an immigrant from the Island of Rhodes, and Dona Adatto Benoun, an immigrant from Tekirdag, Turkey.

Sephardic Community of Indianapolis member celebrating the new Sefer Torah Dedication at Etz Chaim Sephardic Congregation The Sephardic Community of Indianapolis has experienced a season of remarkable growth, celebration, and spiritual strength throughout the winter and into the spring. Our year began with an especially historic and moving occasion: the dedication of a new Sefer Torah this January. The celebration brought together families, friends, and community members for

Volunteers helping to cook for the annual Sephardic Community Purim Party at Congregation Ahavath Achim A lot of exciting things have happened in Sephardic Portland this past year, and many more new things are on the horizon. 2025 was an exceptionally active and meaningful year for Ahavath Achim. What stands out is not only the volume of programming but also the consistency and intention behind it. We hosted nine community Shabbat dinners, eleven High Holiday meals, and ten H

Keridos Ermanos i Ermanas, As we welcome the season of renewal and prepare to celebrate Passover—a time that reminds us of resilience, faith, and shared destiny—I write to you with deep gratitude and pride. This year marks a remarkable milestone: the 110th anniversary of our Sephardic Jewish Brotherhood of America. One hundred and ten years of tradition.One hundred and ten years of service.One hundred and ten years of unity.One hundred and ten years of familya —family. Our

Our International Sephardic Community Gala was nothing short of exhilarating—a joyous, moving, and deeply meaningful celebration that marked the official launch of our 110th anniversary year. More than a Gala, the evening was a powerful testament to Sephardic continuity, resilience, and pride, bringing together generations of community members to honor our shared past and boldly affirm our future. Over 250 guests gathered for this extraordinary evening, representing Sephardic

Professor Samuel Torjman-Thomas (center) performing at a special Sephardic Musical Evening in August We’ve had a packed Summer of...

Rabbi and Rubissa (Rabbanit) Eliatuv, nominees for the new spiritual heads of the S&P Sephardi Community of the United Kingdom The S&P...

​​Even though the heat index may have reached close to 100° F (38°C), we at The Sephardi Federation of Palm Beach County (SFPBC) in South...

We are thrilled to announce two wonderful new gifts that will enrich the life of our Brotherhood community. Laurence (Larry) and Fern...

Correspondence clipping from Congregation Mikveh Israel discussing the plight of recently arrived Sephardic Jews to Philadelphia from the...

New York, NY – AUGUST 10-11, 2025 – A historic milestone for Sephardic Jewry is set to unfold this summer as over 50 leading Sephardic...

The growing Metro DC chapter of the Ermandad is off to a strong and spirited start in 2024! In February, our young members came together...

The Sephardic community of Philadelphia has enjoyed a vibrant and inspiring Spring season, filled with joyful gatherings, cultural...

Dr. Henry Nahoum Born in September 1919, Dr. Henry I. Nahoum has been a member of the Sephardic Brotherhood since birth and is today the...

Greek Jewish Festival 2025 on New York's Lower East Side This spring has been an extraordinary season for the Sephardic Jewish...