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Email: [email protected] Postal Address AJGS (Vic) Inc PO Box 2536, Caulfield Junction VIC 3161
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Australian Jewish Genealogical Society (Vic). Current events
The International Tracing Service Archives as a Resource
by Elise Bath,
The International Tracing Service Digital Archive Team Manager at The Wiener Holocaust Library.
The Wiener Library is the world’s oldest Holocaust archive and Britain’s largest collection on the Nazi era.
For more information about ITS, why not look at this video explaining what the ITS archive holds and how the Library uses it. It also explains how to submit a research enquiry to ITS.
View the full video here
Venue: A free online ZOOM event
Date: Sunday June 21st 2026
Time: 7.00pm
Register by CLICKING HERE.
Abstract:
Elise Bath is the International Tracing Service Digital Archive Team Manager at The Wiener Holocaust Library. Beth is a Holocaust researcher interested in following a trauma informed, person-centred archival practice.
My Family's connection to the Dunera Boys
RIchard Abrahamowicz/Richard George Arlen. From escaping Nazi occupied Austria, to internment in the UK, transportation to Australia on the HMT Dunera, internment in Tatura and Hay, to joining ‘Xtroop’, as a commando.
An incredible tale!
Venue: A Free online ZOOM EVENT
Date: Tuessday August 4th 2026
Time: 7.30-9.00
Upcoming Event
My Family’s connection to the Dunera Boys
My Family’s connection to the Dunera Boys RIchard Abrahamowicz/Richard George Arlen. From escaping Nazi occupied Austria, to internment in the UK, transportation to Australia on
The International Tracing Service Archives as a Resource
Event registration
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.
Sidra Kranz Moshinsky
Sidra Kranz Moshinsky – “Roots Project in our Schools “
Zvika Oren
Zvika Oren links for Websites
Zika Oren
Zvika Oren’s: Tombstones – The Stories They Tell
Logan Kleinwak
Logan Kleinwaks-Benefits of using Genealogy Indexer June 15th 2025