Welcome to the
Global Jewish Genealogy Society

The Global JGS is a nonprofit organization which functions through the voluntary efforts of its members. Our purpose is to share and promote the preservation of genealogical information, techniques, and research tools with people interested in Jewish genealogy and family history.

Lectures and Events

We host ZOOM lectures and presentations with excellent speakers and professional genealogists. The Global JGS is a place to gain information and skills and to meet others who are interested in Jewish family research. Guests are welcome to attend our presentations by registering for an individual event. Programs are free for members and $5.00 for guests.

Membership

Anyone interested in Jewish genealogy is welcome to become a member regardless of skill level or geographic location. We welcome all members of all geographic areas, as well as all research levels.

The Global JGS is committed to building a strong research member community. We often host additional meetings focusing on member research progress, hands-on mentoring for beginners and community meetings focusing on individual brick wall assistance. We also provide video viewing sessions with discussions on successful strategies, and our experienced members share valuable research tips.

To join Global JGS and learn more about membership benefits and how to become a member, please visit our Membership page HERE.

Member-Only Access

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Mailing List

Join Our Mailing List HERE to receive events and educational announcements.

CONGRATULATIONS

The SCJGS (now Global JGS) is the recipient of the IAJGS 2023 Member of the Year Award. This Award recognizes outstanding efforts to create a society that is accessible to members around the world. SCJGS embraced technology during the height of the pandemic and was able to thrive. The breadth of programming, as well as personalized mentoring and additional resources, gives their geographically diverse membership resources to help improve members’ research abilities, regardless of skill level.

Upcoming Events

Sunday, February 23, 1 pm Pacific
Speaker: Sunny Morton, Professional Genealogist

Comparing the U.S. Newspaper Giants: What Jewish Content Do They Have?

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Sunday, March 9, 1 pm Pacific (1.5 hrs)
Speaker: Ellie Vance, Russian Genealogy Research Specialist Alex Krakovsky, Jewish Ukrainian Genealogist

A Case Study Workshop in Ukrainian Jewish Genealogy with a Special Q&A by Alex Krakovsky

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Sunday, April 6, 1 pm Pacific
Speaker: Michelle Chubenko, Professional Genealogist

Piecing Together History: Using Maps and Gazetteers to Rediscover Eastern European Towns

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Sunday, April 27, 1 pm Pacific
Speaker: Jan Gronski, AI Lab Director & Technology Advisor

Unlock Your Family History with Transkribus, a Powerful AI Tool for Genealogists

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Tuesday, May 6, 4 pm Pacific
Speaker: Hailey Thompson, Accredited Eastern European Genealogist

Navigating Revision Lists, a Hands-on Workshop (1.5 hr)

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Sunday, May 18, 1 pm Pacific
Speaker: Megan Lewis, Reference and Research Specialist

In-Depth Research Guide of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Digital Collections

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Sunday, February 2, 1 pm Pacific

Speaker: Paul Woodbury, Genetic Genealogist

Endogamy in Context: Pioneers, Latecomer, Coverage and More

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, February 2, 1 pm Pacific

Speaker: Paul Woodbury, Genetic Genealogist

 Endogamy in Context: Pioneers, Latecomer, Coverage and More

Click here for the full program  

Sunday, February 23, 1 pm Pacific

Speaker: Sunny Morton, Professional Genealogist

 Comparing the U.S. Newspaper Giants: What Jewish Content Do They Have?

Click here for the full program  

Sunday, March 9, 1 pm Pacific (1.5 hrs)

Speaker: Ellie Vance, Russian Genealogy Research Specialist Alex Krakovsky, Jewish Ukrainian Genealogist

 A Case Study Workshop in Ukrainian Jewish Genealogy with a Special Q&A by Alex Krakovsky

Click here for the full program  

Sunday, April 6, 1 pm Pacific

Speaker: Michelle Chubenko, Professional Genealogist

 Piecing Together History: Using Maps and Gazetteers to Rediscover Eastern European Towns

Click here for the full program  

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