Shalom, y'all! We're the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL), a regional nonprofit serving thirteen southern states. Established in 2000, we are proud to support, connect, and celebrate Jewish life in the South. Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how you can help to support our work. To learn a little more about us or start your own exploration of southern Jewish communities, you can watch the introductory video below, or follow the links to our free public history resource, the Encyclopedia of Southern Jewish Communities.
Meet the ISJLOur introductory video takes you on a quick visit to our office and out on the road with our team to learn all about the work of the Institute of Southern Jewish Life!
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Explore Southern Jewish HistoryYou might have heard of our Encyclopedia of Southern Jewish Communities. It contains a historic overview of every Jewish community ever to exist in our region. Find your family, and email us with additions!
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Learn more about the work we do throughout the South
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