Repository:Jewish Genealogy Society of Greater Washington

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The Jewish Genealogy Society of Greater Washington (JGSGW) was formed in 1980 to:

• Collect, preserve, and disseminate Jewish genealogical knowledge and information
• Promote interest in genealogical research
• Stimulate and provide instruction in the use of research methodology and adherence to standards of accuracy and thoroughness in research
• Foster careful documentation and to promote scholarly genealogical writing and publication
• Promote the preservation of Jewish genealogical records and resources
• Hold meetings for the instruction and education of its members and the general public
• Conduct such other purposes as the organization shall from time to time elect to pursue.

The Society is open to all those interested in Jewish genealogy. The Society is a member of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) and the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS).