Explore your family tree - the Australian Jewish Genealogical Society (Vic)
Discover your ancestors, make connections, and journey through the incredible past that is your heritage.

Recent Events

Using Ancestry.com for Family History & an Introduction to Ancestry DNA.
Sunday, September 10th 2023
“Using Ancestry.com for Family History & an Introduction to Ancestry DNA.”
A talk by Jason Reeve, Head of Ancestry Content & Community, Australia and New Zealand.
You can join the Zoom Meeting at 7.15 p.m. on
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 834 8787 5953
Passcode: 170631
FAQs
Not really sure where to start? No problem! We’ve compiled a list of common questions to help you get a better idea of our community.
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!
Get ready to find out more about who your ancestors are and their connections with the Jewish community in Victoria today. You might even find new family members living right here in our city!
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.
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Allan Jackie & Bernie Kuran present
DNA Discoveries - Our Amazing
Stories
Marlis Humphrey
Documentation of Jewish Records Worldwide (DoJR)-Project Update 2 August 2023
Marvin Bude – Genealogy Steps
Marvin Bude – Books
Jude Richter
Jude Richter-Using USHMM database for Genealogical Research
Helen Gardner
DoJR Project
Bubbles Segall
How to organise and Preserve your Genealogical Information
Terry Ashton presents
UK Records
Jeff Schneider’s presents
Hobart Archives 2022