There are about 100 cultural groups, but most of these are small and lead a precarious existence. A lively Jewish press exists, Minsk alone boasting three Jewish newspapers. There are synagogues in most of the towns with a large Jewish population, and these generally have Sunday schools for children. Several rabbis, mainly foreign, serve the needs of the community. Kosher food is available, and matzot are produced locally.
Many Jewish buildings are intact but have been put to other uses.
Belarus Union of Jewish Organizations and Communities Skorina Prospekt 137-6, Minsk Tel. Reprinted with Permission of the World Jewish Congress. 1996-2000 Virtual Communities Inc. All rights reserved. Virtual Jerusalem Site Terms, Conditions of Use and Warranties.