
The Problem
1. Lack of Standardization and Oversight:
Many conversions in Latin America have lacked rigor or halakhic legitimacy due to unqualified leadership, lack of Torah infrastructure (mikveh, Torah education, minyan), and in some cases, outright fraud.
2. Resistance from Established Communities:
Prospective converts, even after sincere effort, have been denied access to mikvaot, schools, and community integration—especially where Rabbinic authorities mistrust the local leadership of ger communities.
3. Educational Gaps:
Many programs offer minimal or informal Torah education. This fuels criticism and isolates genuine gerim from mainstream Jewish life.
The Solution
Envision a rigorous, centralized, pan-Latin American educational and halakhic conversion process with a full support package that includes:
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Structured Curriculum (800+ hours over ~13 months)
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Constant Halakhic Supervision
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Clear Requirements for Community Life & Family Education
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Transparent Costs that include:
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Full course instruction
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Brit Milah (for men)
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Mikveh & Bet Din proceedings
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Chuppah/wedding costs
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Administrative support and travel costs for rabbanim
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Requirements for Prospective Converts
1. Course Commitment
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13-month program, 5 days/week, 2 hours/day
2. Additional Halakhic Modules
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Ongoing review and supervision by trusted rabbanim
3. Community Residency
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Converts must reside in functioning Jewish communities
4. Certification & Beit Din
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Conversion is only finalized upon completion of coursework




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