Infertility Awareness Shabbat (IAS) is a global Jewish initiative inviting synagogues, organizations, and individuals to foster compassion for those navigating infertility and complex family-building.
1World Health Organization, April 2023
Jewish individuals are facing infertility in every community.
Including yours.
Infertility Awareness Shabbat (IAS) is an annual initiative led by Yesh Tikva that invites Jewish communities around the world to acknowledge infertility, raise awareness, and foster compassion for those struggling to build their families.
In 2026, we will be holding the 11th annual Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a reminder that belonging in Jewish life is not contingent on one’s status as a parent and that our communities must do more to support those walking through infertility and complex family building.Through prayer, language, and intentional moments of recognition, IAS helps reduce stigma and reminds those navigating infertility that they are seen, supported, and not alone.
We observe IAS in the weeks leading up to Passover because, as one of the most child-centered Jewish holidays of the year, it can be deeply painful for those who are longing to grow their families. While maintaining “And you shall tell your child” to songs, questions, and rituals designed around children, IAS invites communities to pause and widen their awareness.
It’s about making space for both the joy of children at the seder table, while also making space for those who are still waiting, grieving, or holding hope quietly.
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Individuals participate in IAS through mindful, personal acts that bring awareness and sensitivity into their homes and relationships. Participation can be quiet, private, or communal. Each act contributes to breaking the silence around infertility. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Participation can be simple and meaningful—without personal disclosures, major programming overhaul, or expertise required. Yesh Tikva is here with the tools to guide you. We know that even a short acknowledgment of infertility helps reduce stigma and foster belonging. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Nonprofits and Jewish organizations participate in IAS by amplifying awareness and modeling sensitivity within their programming and communications. Participation signals a commitment to emotional wellbeing, dignity, and inclusion in Jewish communal life. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Sponsors participate in Infertility Awareness Shabbat by making the initiative possible and visible. Sponsorship is a meaningful way to transform awareness into sustained communal care and impact. Sponsorship opportunities support:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat is open to everyone.
Yesh Tikva provides the resources, guidance, and support to help you participate with care.
Infertility Awareness Shabbat at
Individuals participate in IAS through mindful, personal acts that bring awareness and sensitivity into their homes and relationships. Participation can be quiet, private, or communal. Each act contributes to breaking the silence around infertility. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Participation can be simple and meaningful—without personal disclosures, major programming overhaul, or expertise required. Yesh Tikva is here with the tools to guide you. We know that even a short acknowledgment of infertility helps reduce stigma and foster belonging. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Nonprofits and Jewish organizations participate in IAS by amplifying awareness and modeling sensitivity within their programming and communications. Participation signals a commitment to emotional wellbeing, dignity, and inclusion in Jewish communal life. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Sponsors participate in Infertility Awareness Shabbat by making the initiative possible and visible. Sponsorship is a meaningful way to transform awareness into sustained communal care and impact. Some examples of participation are:
Infertility Awareness Shabbat at
Individuals participate in IAS through mindful, personal acts that bring awareness and sensitivity into their homes and relationships. Participation can be quiet, private, or communal. Each act contributes to breaking the silence around infertility.
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Participation can be simple and meaningful—without personal disclosures, major programming overhaul, or expertise required. Yesh Tikva is here with the tools to guide you. We know that even a short acknowledgment of infertility helps reduce stigma and foster belonging.
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Nonprofits and Jewish organizations participate in IAS by amplifying awareness and modeling sensitivity within their programming and communications. Participation signals a commitment to emotional wellbeing, dignity, and inclusion in Jewish communal life.
Infertility Awareness Shabbat as a
Sponsors participate in Infertility Awareness Shabbat by making the initiative possible and visible. Sponsorship is a meaningful way to transform awareness into sustained communal care and impact.
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