ITIM demands equal conditions for women in upcoming Chief Rabbinate exams

ITIM has demanded that the Chief Rabbinate ensure equal conditions for women in upcoming certification exams, threatening legal action if timely assurances are not provided. This follows an eight-year legal battle culminating in a July 2025 High Court ruling that women cannot be barred from these state-administered exams, which carry professional and financial implications. During the first session for women in April, candidates reportedly faced significant delays, lacked professional staff, and had their exam papers placed in a box marked "women's classroom," raising anonymity concerns. ITIM's September 17 letter requested that women's exams begin and end on time, be graded anonymously, and be held under the same physical conditions as men's, with qualified staff and accommodations for various circumstances. The organization argues that separating venues, as occurred previously, could constitute improper exclusion. Attorney Timna Guttel of ITIM stated, "We expect the Chief Rabbinate to come to its senses and ensure fair and equal examination conditions."