Sephardic Heritage, Jewish Life, and Global Community

Your global center for Sephardic heritage, history, and essential Jewish resources.

Who Are Sephardic Jews?

The term Sephardic Jews refers to the descendants of the vibrant Jewish communities originally established in the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal). Following the Expulsion of 1492, these Spanish and Portuguese Jews dispersed across the globe—from North Africa to the Ottoman Empire—taking their unique Halacha, Ladino language, and cultural heritage with them. Understanding this history connects us to centuries of enduring Sephardic traditions and a vibrant global Mizrahi and Sephardic Jewish life today.

Explore Our Seven Pillars of Sephardic Life

ON THIS DAY IN SEPHARDIC HISTORY

in 1655
The Guard Duty Case
Asser Levy wins the right to pay a tax in lieu of standing guard, a step toward his eventual goal of full military service.

Sephardic U connects, teaches, and preserves tradition across the world. Our impact is growing daily and rooted in a commitment to continuity. Join our thriving global network today.

Honor a Loved one

Have Kaddish Recited
in the Sephardic Nusach

If you cannot attend daily services, we ensure the Kaddish for Sephardim is recited on behalf of your loved one with devotion, accuracy, and in the beautiful Sephardic tradition. This sacred service provides comfort, spiritual continuity, and a lasting tribute in accordance with our unique customs.

Featured Programs and Engagement

From our Virtual Minyan to our Global Speaker events, our interactive programs let you participate in Jewish life worldwide. Don’t miss our high-value events designed for immediate community engagement.

Sephardic U is dedicated to connecting the global Sephardic and Mizrahi diaspora—sharing the rich culture, Iberian heritage, and spiritual guidance of our ancestors. Your generous support ensures this vital, living legacy of Sephardic Jewish life is preserved and amplified for future generations.