The Emigration Phenomenon and its Impact on the South African Jewish Community


 

Publication Date: March 2003

Publisher: Jewish Communal Service Association of North America

Author(s): David Saks

Research Area: Culture and religion; Population and demographics

Keywords: Emigration; Demography; Jewish Organizations

Type: Report

Coverage: South Africa

Abstract:

The long-term viability of the South African Jewish community is threatened by its high level of emigration, which creates a leadership vacuum and has a powerful psychological effect. However, it is still a very well-organized and cohesive community.

In Journal of Jewish Communal Service, v.79 no.2-3, Winter-Spring 2002-2003.