Presumed dead since the Holocaust, Ladino culture has been fondly reminisced for over half a century. Ladino Sephardim have spread thinly all over the globe, and have been engulfed by other Jewish traditions. Over the past few years, we are witnessing a return of the Ladino progeny to the glory of their ancestors. This has come about with the security of relative peace, the urgency of a world demanding authenticity, and by increased connectivity through the Internet and travel. Since 2013, International Ladino Day has been celebrated annually and Ladino language and classes are becoming more available. Sephardim from the Ottoman Empire are reconnecting with their heritage. Join the Balkan Jewish Communities in this panel discussion to learn how they are working to help make it possible.
