12/08/2025
Meet Shira!
Shira Rodig was born and raised in Miami, Florida. Shira earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Innovation from the University of Florida, where she was also a member of AKD, the Sociology Honor Society. During her time at UF, Shira also served as the Director of Social Media and the Outreach Assistant Director for the Jewish Student Union at UF Hillel, helping lead community engagement and strengthen student involvement.
She has extensive experience working with children with developmental and physical disabilities. In high school, she partnered with the Friendship Circle, and in college she volunteered weekly with elementary school students through Mentor GNV. She was also involved with Balance 180 Gymnastics and Sports Academy, where she helped facilitate inclusive programs and events promoting physical activity and skill development for individuals of all abilities.
Shira also spent a summer with Tsad Kadima in Rishon LeZion, Israel, interning with children with cerebral palsy, and she has also worked as a camp counselor. She earned her Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in 2025 and is extremely eager to begin her professional journey in the field.
Outside of work, Shira loves to travel, spend time with friends and make the most of Miami’s outdoor lifestyle. Her goal in life is to give to others and help them grow and make positive changes. She knows that the smallest victories can be the hardest to win, but they are also the sweetest. Shira is looking forward to sharing her passion with The Missing Peace.
