JGSO: Finding Vital Records In Israel

FINDING VITAL RECORDS IN ISRAEL – WHAT RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE

Description: If you are interested in Israeli genealogy and resources uniquely available in Israel this is a program you should not miss. The presentation will cover genealogical research in Israel, with particular emphasis on the records and databases contained in the Israel Genealogy Research Association (IGRA). Records in their database include early censuses, burials, government employees, and organizational members. You will also find numerous links to research in other countries such as South and Central America. You can access information, databases, connect with others, etc., by going to its website at: http://genealogy.org.il/ . If you register for this site, you’ll receive increased access to IGRA’s and databases and stay informed on the society’s activities. Registration is free and doesn’t obligate you in any way. You can also join IGRA online and receive full membership benefits.

Bio: Garri Regev has lived in Israel since 1978 and was an elementary teacher for more than 20 years there. Garri has been doing genealogical research for over 20 years. She has lectured on Genealogy to many adult groups including AACI, Hadassah, Touro College, the Central Zionist Archives (CZA), the National Library of Israel (NLI), EVA/MINERVA and IAJGS Conferences. Garri currently volunteers at the Israel Museum, at the CZA and also at the NLI Genealogy Center. She was President of the Israel Genealogical Society and is currently the President of the Israel Genealogy Research Association (IGRA). Garri serves on the IAJGS Board of Directors. She was the Vice-Chair of the 2015 IAJGS Conference in Jerusalem and co-chair of program for the Conference.

The program is free to JGSO members. We request a $5 contribution from non-members. That fee can be applied to a membership should you decide to join JGSO at this meeting. If you have any questiona please email us at jgsoregon@gmail.com .