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Invest in the Future of Global Jewish Leadership

At the Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs, the Global Jewish Studies Program is preparing the next generation of leaders to navigate an increasingly complex world, grounded in history, guided by values, and equipped to shape global policy and society.

Giving and Impact

 Your gift can: Support students as they pursue transformative academic and professional experiences; fuel cutting-edge research that informs policy, addresses global challenges, and deepens understanding of Jewish life and history; and extend the reach of the program beyond the classroom to engage broader communities and foster dialogue

  • Education: Expanding Access & Opportunity

    • Scholarships to ensure access for outstanding and deserving students
    • Funding for internships that provide real-world, career-building experience
    • Study abroad opportunities, including immersive learning in Israel and global Jewish communities
    • Experiential learning programs that connect classroom knowledge to global impact

  • Research & Policy: Advancing Knowledge That Matters

    • Faculty research and thought leadership on critical global issues
    • Graduate and postdoctoral fellowships to cultivate the next generation of scholars
    • Policy-relevant research initiatives on topics such as antisemitism, resilience, migration, and identity
    • Academic convenings, publications, and global collaborations that elevate discourse and impact

  • Outreach & Engagement: Connecting Communities

    • Public lectures, conferences, and speaker series featuring global thought leaders
    • K-12 educational programming and community engagement initiatives
    • Interfaith dialogue and cross-cultural exchange programs
    • Digital and experiential learning platforms that broaden access to Jewish history, culture, and ideas

A Vision for the Future:

The Global Jewish Studies Center

As we look ahead, we are advancing a bold vision to establish a Global Jewish Studies Center a premier hub for education, research, and public engagement based in Miami, one of the world’s most dynamic and globally connected cities.

At a time of rising global uncertainty and increasing antisemitism, the Center will serve as a critical platform to advance knowledge, foster dialogue, and develop solutions that address both historic and contemporary challenges facing Jewish communities worldwide.

This Center will serve as a one-stop destination for interdisciplinary scholarship and policy-relevant research, integrating academic excellence with real-world impact.

At its core, the Center will not only preserve and study the Jewish experience, it will actively shape the future by equipping leaders with the knowledge, context, and tools to navigate our complex world, counter hate, and build more resilient and connected societies.

In doing so, the Global Jewish Studies Center will stand as a beacon of scholarship, leadership, and impact, rooted in the Jewish experience and positioned at the forefront of global dialogue and solutions.

Get in Touch

Your investment will have a lasting impact on students, on scholarship, and on the global community.

To learn more or to explore how your philanthropy can align with your passions and legacy, please contact:

Stephany Alvarez-Ventura, Senior Director of Development

305-348-7407 | scaalvar@fiu.edu