Infertility Awareness Shabbat

Join us in giving infertility a voice

For 18 years, the Australian Jewish Fertility Network has been a vital advocate for those facing infertility in the Jewish community. This year’s Infertility Awareness Shabbat, Giving Infertility a Voice (March 28-30), coincides with AJFN’s 18th birthday and chai year—symbolising life and new beginnings. With one in six Australians affected by infertility, the journey can be isolating, yet support is available. AJFN has made great strides in creating new Jewish life and strengthening community continuity but work still needs to be done. Infertility Awareness Shabbat is a powerful reminder to foster open conversations and ensure no one faces this challenge alone.

Get Involved

Say the AJFN Fertility Prayer in honour of the 1 in 6
Download the prayer here. Say it before lighting your Shabbat candles or while making challah.
Download Prayer
Make Challah in honour of the 1 in 6
Jewish women have transformative power when making challah.
- AJFN Challah Recipe and Prayer
  The time of kneading the challah dough and the separation itself are known to be special times for prayer. When making your...
- The Power of Challah
  A beautiful speech by Adira Werdiger on the transformative power of baking challah as a Jewish woman, at an AJFN Challah Bake....
Be mindful of your words – some resources to guide you
- What to Say / Not Say to Someone Struggling With Infertility
  Ever wondered what is appropriate (or not) to say to someone dealing with infertility? Here is a guide on what you can...
- What to Say to Someone Struggling with Infertility
  Studies show that patients struggling to conceive report feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation and powerlessness. Relationship Expert, Anna Goldfarb, explains how to...
Participate in a community event
- Follow our social media pages for participating shules hosting talks in honour of Infertility Awareness Shabbat.
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- Visit a participating bakery to buy your challah or other delicious baked goods in honour of Infertility Awareness Shabbat.
- Soul Sisters – An Inspiring AJFN Rosh Chodesh Event
  
  Rosh Chodesh is a special time for women to unite and support each other. Sydney Soul Sisters, join AJFN for a night of sisterhood, yoga and storytelling. Don’t forget your yoga mats!
  
  Led by holistic therapist and yoga teacher Lori Levin and featuring special guest, fertility advocate and midwife, Sharon Stoliar.
  
  Light snacks will be served.
  
  Sunday 30 March | 7.00 – 9.00PM | Eastern Suburbs, Sydney, Venue TBC 2 days before the event.
  
  We can’t wait to see you there!
  
  March 30, 2025
  Eastern Suburbs Sydney
  12:00
  13:00
  Book Tickets
Donate or volunteer
- Donate to AJFN before lighting your Shabbat candles
  Donate
- Donate to AJFN in the name of someone facing infertility.
  Donate
- Going out for a Shabbat meal? Consider sending an eCard in lieu of a gift.
  Send eCard
- Register as a volunteer to deliver meals or care packs.
  Register
- If you have walked your own fertility journey, consider becoming an AJFN Peer Support Companion.
  Join us