Merkos Women a place where Chassidus and Yiddishkeit is lived and loved.
Since 2001, Merkos Women, founded by Rabbi Arel Serebryanski, has been a place where a love for Jewish living and learning is ignited. Under the auspices of the worldwide educational arm of Merkos L’Inyonei Chinuch, the seminary provides students with the support and educational tools to guide their lifelong journey of Jewish growth. In a warm and nurturing atmosphere, participants experience authentic Jewish learning and living while forming meaningful friendships and becoming part of the Merkos Women family.
The Seminary Experience
Merkos Women is your home away from home. In a nurturing environment, students grow in their love for Jewish learning and living, gaining the strength and inspiration to illuminate the world around them.
Beyond The Classroom
Shabbos Shlichus
Through unforgettable Shabbosim spent with shluchim families, students discover the warmth, purpose, and impact of a Jewish home dedicated to the community — bringing the Rebbe’s vision to life.
Going Deep
Step out of routine and into growth. During winter and summer Going Deep Week, students join seminary peers for an uplifting experience filled with deeper learning, reflection, and shared inspiration.
Trips
Explore the beautiful Australian destinations of Great Ocean Road, Dandenong Ranges, and Tasmania, exclusively for active seminary students only.
What Our Participants Say
Merkos Women is not just a place to grow — it’s a marathon of growth that gives my life journey more depth, clarity, and true meaning.
Merkos has helped me truly get to know myself and grow in the healthiest and most prepared way. Most importantly, it has awakened in me a deep desire to learn more about Hashem and Chassidus — a passion that keeps growing with time.
I believe every woman deserves an experience like this: a strong foundation in Judaism and tools for life. I am grateful to Hashem and the staff for this special opportunity and wish everyone the chance to go through such an uplifting and empowering experience .
- Chaya G
Merkos gave me everything I needed from a seminary year- clarity, opportunities, friendship, space.
It helped me explore myself and my creativity in ways I never have before. I got to dive into my music, my love of Hashem, and the way I view life in such a physically, emotionally and spiritually elevated way.
- Miriam H
Being in Merkos felt like what being in Gan Eden may feel like.
A gorgeous haven of top quality Torah classes, soul-to-soul connections, Farbrengens, growth minded girls, beautiful Gashmius. Simply the air of Merkos is pure and precious, and it’s something you just have to experience to understand the Kedusha that lies there.
- Chana D
Merkos Women feels like a family - such a warm and friendly environment.
I feel so taken care of physically and of course spiritually. We have a beautiful house and classroom, and Australia is stunning. The classes have been transformational, giving me a Chassidishe mindset. We really delve deep here at Merkos. I came to learn, grow, and be surrounded by girls who are genuine and connected to their Yidishkeit – and that’s exactly what it’s like. I’m grateful
- Perla O
Merkos seminary is so special, creating an atmosphere where a group of girls from all different backgrounds become one family.
The dorm is a place where we all feel comfortable being ourselves and at the same time, getting the inspiration from classes, farbrengens and programs that push us to grow into the best version of ourselves. If you’re looking for a place to spend a year in a growthful and fun environment, where learning chassidus is made real part of your life, Merkos is highly recommended!!
- Dina K
