Presented by April Goldenberg
VP of Programming for the Board of the Jewish Genealogy Society of Greater Washington; Founder, The Whole Mispucha
This engaging presentation introduces effective methods for tracing your ancestors and navigating the common challenges of genealogical research.
Whether you're just beginning your family history journey or have already started uncovering your roots, this workshop offers valuable insights for everyone. Using the real-life case study of “Finding Sophie,” you’ll be guided through a step-by-step process designed to help you overcome obstacles, avoid common pitfalls, and discover practical strategies for success in your own research.
Register to receive the Zoom link to join us online. Barring technical issues, this session will be posted in our Program Archive.
April Goldenberg is the founder of The Whole Mishpucha (est. 2025), a full-service genealogy research company. She brings over 25 years of experience as an investigator specializing in financial crimes, ethics, and compliance. With a lifelong passion for research, problem-solving, and genealogy, April began exploring her own family history nearly 15 years ago after discovering that her father knew very little about his background.
Building on her professional skills, she applied investigative techniques to genealogical research and developed a deep expertise in uncovering hidden family stories. April has presented on a range of investigative topics throughout her career and is now excited to share her knowledge in the field of genealogy. She was recently elected Vice President of Programs for the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Washington.