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Australian Jewish Genealogical Society
incredible past that is your heritage.
Upcoming Events

Translating, Transcribing and Summarizing Documents Using AI
Author- “AI and Genealogy: A Practical Guide to Summarizing, Transcribing, and Translating Historical Documents” Kindle Edition
(https://www.amazon.com.au/Genealogy-Summarizing-Transcribing-Translating-Historical-ebook/dp/B0DRDSNQ3P#)
Join Zoom Meeting from home
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84090973895?pwd=krP1Rd5yXuXcSQoZ4cjNMAf5ppXKiT.1
Meeting ID: 840 9097 3895 Passcode: 764951

Zvika Oren- will speak on “Tombstones-The Stories They Tell.”
Zvika is experienced in various areas of genealogy research, such as
searching records and deciphering documents and tombstones.
Zoom details will be emailed to members closer to the date.

35 years of Researching Family History.
Claire Bruell from New Zealand will speak on the 35 years of
researching her family history.

Roots project and how it has developed.
Upcoming Event
Zvika Oren-Tombstones-The Stories They Tell
Zvika Oren-Tombstones-The Stories They Tell – Zoom presentation Sunday, August 17 th 12.30 p.m.(AEST). Zvika will speak for about40 mins followed by a Q &
“Translating, Transcribing and Summarizing Documents Using AI”
Thomas Macentee will speak on “Translating, Transcribing andSummarizing Documents Using AI” – Zoom presentation For further information email [email protected]
FAQs
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AJGS Victoria is a member of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies We’re a non-profit organisation based in Victoria, Australia and are dedicated to sharing information about Jewish connections in the region, helping members uncover their heritage, researching this heritage, and sharing our stories.
Anyone with Jewish heritage, who thinks they may have Jewish heritage or is interested in researching this interesting part of history is welcome to join our society. We are open to everyone of every background, regardless of ethnicity or culture, and aim to be a warm and welcoming group to all.
To join our society and take part in our events or access our research resources, all you need to do is complete our membership application. There are three different membership options, including an individual membership (annual fee of $35), family membership (annual fee of $50), and concession card holder membership (annual fee of $20).
Want to explore your family’s history? Join our society today and let’s discover your family’s story together!
Past Presentations
Enjoy resources from members of our society and learn about research projects, records, and databases.
Start your journey of discovery, build your family tree, and learn about our shared history.
Logan Kleinwak
Logan Kleinwaks-Benefits of using Genealogy Indexer June 15th 2025
Rony Golan
Resources for Genealogical Research in Israel by Rony Golan. March 19, 2025
Marvin Bude
Marvin Bude – researching and publishing books on his family history.
Dr. Erica Cervini
The Lionel Sharpe Oration: Yizkor for Rose: A life Lost and Found : a memorial to a working-class Australian Jewish woman by Dr Erica Cervini
David Mendoza
Sephardic Geneology – David Mendoza