Funding deadline threatens work of Welsh Jewish archive

The Jewish Historical Association of South Wales has to raise £5,000 by August 4 to continue finding and preserving testimonies from community members.

Jewish life in South Wales dates back to the 1730s and since its establishment in late 2017, the JHASW has been recording oral remembrances.

From October, the plan is to record around 70 further interviews to expand its collection. The cost will be around £20,000 and although the association has received some funding, the £5,000 shortfall will have to be raised.

JHASW points out that “oral histories require meticulous planning, research, recording and transcription. If we did not have our volunteers, it would cost £1,080 per interview.”