Resources
You don't have to do this alone. Below are organizations, communities, and tools created by and for people who have left or are leaving Orthodox Judaism.
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Organizations
Footsteps
USA (NYC)NYC-based organization providing educational, vocational, and social support to individuals who have left or are considering leaving ultra-Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities.
Baal Shem Tov House
OnlineEducational resource exploring the origins and evolution of Hasidic Judaism, its founders, and its cultural impact.
Hillel and Vayter
IsraelIsraeli organization supporting those who have left the ultra-Orthodox world, providing practical assistance and community.
Gesher EU
UKUK-based support for people leaving the Charedi community, offering practical help and emotional support.
Mavar
UKUK charity helping people who are leaving or have left the Charedi or Hasidic community.
Eshel
USASupport for LGBTQ+ Jews and their families in the Orthodox community.
ORA (Organization for the Resolution of Agunot)
USAHelping women who are trapped in marriages because their husbands refuse to grant a Get (Jewish divorce).
Online Communities
Off The Derech (Facebook)
OnlineLarge online community for people who have left Orthodox Judaism. A safe space for sharing experiences and asking questions.
OTD - Frum Dialogue (Facebook)
OnlineA space for respectful dialogue between those who have left and those still in the Orthodox world.
Respectfully Debating Judaism (Facebook)
OnlineA group for respectful discussion and debate about Jewish beliefs, texts, and practices.
r/exjew (Reddit)
OnlineReddit community for former Orthodox and Hasidic Jews to share experiences and support each other.
Educational Resources
Sefaria
OnlineFree online library of Jewish texts with translations and commentary. The best tool for verifying sources and exploring texts yourself.
Scrolls & Stones
OnlineInteractive exploration of 4,000 years of Jewish history through chapters, quizzes, and AI-powered learning.
All Points to One
OnlineComparative exploration of world religions and worldviews—see how Judaism fits into the broader human search for meaning.
Mental Health
Therapy for Religious Trauma
VariousLook for therapists who specialize in religious trauma syndrome (RTS). Many offer sliding scale fees.
Crisis Text Line
USAFree, 24/7 crisis support. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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