Resolving the issue of Gett refusal in Australia
The purpose of Unchain My Heart (UMH) Inc is to resolve the issue of Gett (Jewish Divorce) refusal in Australia.
We assist those who are trapped in or chained to a dead marriage. This is a gendered problem and women (Agunot) overwhelmingly find themselves unable to proceed with their lives because their husbands refuse to grant them a Gett.
Family Violence
Gett refusal involves coercion, manipulation and emotional and psychological abuse. It is considered a form of family violence under the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 (Vic). The repercussions for Agunot are devastating. Agunot cannot remarry according to Jewish law and any children born to a subsequent relationship are considered illegitimate, carrying negative consequences for future generations.
Activities
UMH comprises family lawyers, psychologists, social workers and advocates who work for change in the Civil and Jewish Law spheres, support those experiencing Gett abuse and raise awareness of the problem.
UMH works with likeminded associations worldwide, as part of Cheirut, to seek solutions and resolve cases.
Help Unchain My Heart
• Encourage anyone experiencing Gett refusal to contact UMH
• Like the Unchain My Heart Facebook page
• Apply for an Unchain My Heart Ambassadorship (through our FB
page) and assist us in raising awareness of the abusive nature of
Gett refusal.
• Donate to UMH
• Watch the 2016 ABC Compass documentary “Divorce According