The MBD has existed in various iterations. The first Beth Din was set up under the guidance of the Chief Rabbi of the Commonwealth in the 1800’s. This was the first Beth Din in the British Empire outside of London. Following the tenure of Sholom Gutnick a restructure of the MBD was undertaken under the joint control of the Rabbinical Read more...

A coalition of volunteers representing Melbourne’s Jewish Women’s organisations. Our mission is to eradicate the existence of Agunot (chained women). We do this through support, advocacy, investigation, education, collaborating with local and international organisations. We will support women and men who are unable to receive/give a Gett (Jewish Divorce). Our professionally trained volunteers attend the Melbourne Beth Din to support Read more...