The Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL) supports, sustains, and celebrates the legacy of Judaism in the South.

We don’t just develop great programs—we deliver our services directly to communities, no matter how small. The services we provide range from rabbinical visits to congregations with no rabbis of their own, to community engagement opportunities, historical preservation and cultural programs, and an education program that serves thousands of students.

Learn more about our programs and departments. Explore our Encyclopedia of Jewish Communities. We look forward to hearing from you.

Shalom, y'all. 

The ISJL makes all the difference in our community..."

• Our religious school program impacts ~ 4,000 children annually
• Our itinerant rabbis serve dozens of small congregations with no full-time clergy
• Our cultural programming, heritage & interpretation, and history programs preserve and share Jewish stories
•We partner with nonprofits, public schools, congregations, and more.

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What's New?

We were shocked and saddened by the mass shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, and by the shooting just days earlier in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, and by all acts of hatred and violence. Our work will not be interrupted; we will continue to support all of the communities we serve, and work alongside our neighbors to make the world a better, safer, and more connected place for all. Shalom. 

The ISJL was honored to be selected for the Slingshot Class of 2018-2019. This designation highlights exciting and innovative Jewish organizations. 
​Learn more here.

Thanks for a great Education Conference! Y'all inspire us. Now, start the countdown and save the dates for next year:  June  23-25, 2019!
​ Learn more here.

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