Honoring the Life and Legacy of Larry J. Hoffman

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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Larry J. Hoffman, a beloved Miami leader, Mosaic Miami Silver Medallion honoree, visionary attorney, philanthropist, and passionate supporter of the arts and education.

As a founding force behind Greenberg Traurig, Larry helped shape what would become one of the most prominent law firms in the world. His true legacy lives in the people and institutions he uplifted. He led with humility and purpose throughout his life.

Alongside his wife Debi, also a Silver Medallion, Larry shared a lifelong commitment to giving back. Their support of the University of Miami School of Law, including the Hoffman Forum and the Larry J. Hoffman Greenberg Traurig Business of Law Chair, has championed dialogue, justice, and progress across disciplines.

Philanthropy is a family affair. Their son Ken Hoffman is a SIlver Medallion honoree, longtime board member and past chair of Mosaic Miami, and he and his wife Hillary continue the family’s tradition of service and leadership in the community.

Larry’s life reminds us that greatness is not just about what you build. It is also about how you build it, with vision, integrity, and care for others.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Debi, Ken, Hillary, and the entire Hoffman family. May his memory continue to be a source of strength and inspiration.

Sincerely,

Matthew Anderson & Mosaic Miami’s Board of Directors

Executive Director

Mosaic Miami Honors & Reflects on 9/11

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Miami remembers.
Twenty-four years later, the weight of 9/11 still lives in us — not just in sorrow, but in the strength we carry forward. This mosaic holds our faces, our fire, and our promise: we will never forget.

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Save The Date 🏅 2026 Humanitarian Dinner

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Mosaic Miami invites you to our 91st Annual Humanitarian Dinner, an evening dedicated to honoring changemakers and celebrating impact. Join us as we spotlight inspiring community leaders and highlight transformative work across our region.

Stay tuned for details on date, venue, and how you can participate.

Faith Leaders Unite at FIU for Interfaith Dialogue

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Under the leadership of Rabbi Judith Seigal, we continue to lay the groundwork for meaningful interfaith work in South Florida. Each month, we host an Interfaith Clergy Dialogue, bringing together faith leaders from across the region to engage in thoughtful conversations on local issues.

This August, we were honored to gather at Florida International University’s Department of Religious Studies, where our discussion fostered mutual understanding, deeper connections, and collaboration across diverse religious traditions.

We are grateful for the growing partnerships and the shared commitment to building a more united and compassionate community.

Relive the Powerful Moments of Camp MetroTown 2025

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Relive the powerful moments of MetroTown 2025 through the eyes of our staff and delegates. A transformative week where young leaders came together to build community, explore identity, and take bold steps toward justice.

Created and edited by Camp MetroTown staff member Julian Regala, this video captures the late-night dialogues, creative workshops, and lifelong friendships that make MetroTown a life-changing experience.

 

2026 Silver Medallion Award Nominations Now Open!

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Do you know a leader or family in Miami who has gone above and beyond to promote inclusion, justice, and cooperation in our community?

Now’s your chance to recognize them!

Mosaic Miami is proud to open nominations for the 2026 Silver Medallion Award, our highest honor recognizing individuals and families who exemplify leadership and service in building bridges across Miami’s diverse communities.

Deadline to Submit:
Friday, October 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM

 Submit Your Nomination Here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMNOM2026

For any questions or concerns, please contact us at info@mosaic-miami.org

Emerging Leaders Dinner Welcomes M‑DCPS Superintendent Dr. José L. Dotres

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At this week’s Emerging Leaders Dinner, we had the privilege of welcoming Dr. José L. Dotres, Superintendent of Miami‑Dade County Public Schools (M‑DCPS), as our distinguished guest of honor. He shared insights on what’s happening within the school system, provided important updates, and spoke about his career path leading to his role as superintendent of one of the largest school districts in the country.

Our deepest gratitude to Greenberg Traurig, LLP for hosting the dinner and for being our valued Emerging Leaders Dinner partner.

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View our MetroTown Recap Newsletter

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MetroTown is Mosaic Miami’s flagship leadership camp for high school students across South Florida. Created from the NCCJ AnyTown program and reimagined for Miami’s deep cultural community, MetroTown brings together a diverse group of young people to build trust, deepen empathy, and discover their voice as leaders. In a city as dynamic and divided as Miami, opportunities for young people from different backgrounds to connect, collide, and learn from one another are rare. MetroTown creates that space, growing the cultural competencies, confidence, and compassion that Miami’s next generation needs to lead. Throughout the week, delegates engage in immersive, dialogue-driven activities that explore identity, self-awareness, and civic responsibility. From learning nonviolent communication to practicing inclusive leadership, MetroTown is where future changemakers are born.

 

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Honoring the Legacy of Robert Josefsberg

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Today, we honor the life and legacy of Robert “Bob” Josefsberg, a brilliant attorney, principled advocate, and compassionate voice for justice whose impact shaped Miami’s civic and legal landscape for more than six decades.

A longtime partner at Podhurst Orseck, Bob was known not only for his legal mastery but for his deep compassion and humility. He fought for fairness, stood up for the underdog, mentored rising leaders, and led with quiet strength.

In recognition of his extraordinary service, Bob was honored with Mosaic Miami’s Silver Medallion Humanitarian Award, our community’s highest civic distinction. He was, in every sense, a mensch in all the right ways: wise, generous, deeply decent, and wholly committed to making the world better for others.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. May his memory be a blessing and a reminder of the power of a life well-lived.

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Statement from Mosaic Miami’s Clergy Dialogue on Alligator Alcatraz

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At Mosaic Miami, we believe that the moral character of a community is revealed by how it treats the most vulnerable. For 90 years, we’ve brought people together across lines of faith and background to build a more just, compassionate, and united Miami.

Today, we are compelled to speak out about the troubling conditions at the immigrant detention center now known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” a remote and heavily secured facility deep in the Florida Everglades. Reports from this site describe conditions that fall far short of basic standards of care and decency.

Let us be clear: this is not a debate about border policy or political ideology. This is about human dignity. Every person, regardless of where they come from, deserves to be treated with compassion, fairness, and respect. What is happening at Alligator Alcatraz violates those fundamental values.

We stand with the Mosaic Miami Clergy Dialogue, the nation’s longest-standing interfaith coalition, uniting Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and other religious leaders in shared purpose. While our theologies may differ, our moral imperative is the same: to speak out against injustice and to uphold the dignity of every human being.

We are committed to creating a community where empathy guides policy, and where all people are seen as neighbors, not strangers. The immigrant experience is woven into our city’s story, and into many of our own. We cannot turn away.

We urge our fellow Miamians, and all who care about justice, to join us in raising their voices. We must demand transparency, accountability, and above all, humanity.

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