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What are Virtual Research Strategy Sessions?
Genealogical research strategy sessions are free online consultations with a research specialist. Virtual research strategy sessions are made possible through a partnership between FamilySearch and Affiliate Libraries. You may meet with a research specialist from the Family History Library or Midwest Genealogical Center staff, or a volunteer research specialist from one of our worldwide Family History Centers.

Our priority with research strategy sessions is to provide you with research guidance and methodology. We offer helpful suggestions and assistance with research goals, to empower you as you discover and connect with your family at your own pace, all from the comfort of your own home.

Important Information
Please take note of the following details before booking your appointment:


 * These are free, 20-minute sessions (with the exception of DNA strategy sessions which are 40-minutes) designed to provide you with research methodology and next steps.
 * Please provide as much information as possible about your research problem on the bookings form. This will help the research specialist be prepared to provide you with the best suggestions possible.
 * There are a limited number of virtual research strategy sessions available. Because we are trying to assist as many individuals as possible, we ask that you do not book more than one session in any given week.
 * Some research problems, like providing document translations, may be better met using the FamilySearch Community. Click the Ask the Community button below to access a Community page for a specific region or country.
 * Research strategy sessions are currently only available for a limited number of ancestral homelands. If you wish for help in an area that is not listed on the bookings site, please ask for assistance via the FamilySearch Communities. Refer to FamilySearch Genealogy Research Groups to find a group for your desired location.
 * Due to contractual obligations, FamilySearch cannot offer access in online consultations to historical records that are restricted to family history centers and affiliate libraries, despite the temporary closure of these facilities. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by COVID-19 precautionary measures.
 * We reserve the right to refuse service at any time. Appointments may be canceled or rescheduled in case of unexpected conflicts, sickness or other emergencies.

To book your appointment:

 * 1) Click on the blue button below.
 * 2) Select your desired area of research from the list on the bookings page.
 * 3) Select your strategy session type.
 * 4) Select a day and time for your meeting.
 * 5) Fill in the requested information. Keep in mind the more details you provide, the better your research specialist will be able to serve you.

Preparing for Your Research Strategy Session
Upon booking, you will receive a confirmation email (try checking your spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email upon booking). The email will contain a link to an online meeting on Microsoft Teams. Microsoft Teams is an application you can download for the desktop of your computer. You can also access the online version of Microsoft Teams using either Google Chrome or Edge browsers.


 * At the time of your appointment, open the Join your Appointment link to the online meeting provided in your confirmation email.
 * If you have Microsoft Teams, the meeting will start immediately.
 * If not, your internet browser will open to a landing page for Microsoft Teams. You will be given the option to download the app or join the meeting on the web. Click Join on the web instead.
 * A new meeting will open. You do not need to enable the video camera, but please be sure the microphone option is turned on. If your device does not have a microphone built in, click Phone audio to listen through your phone.
 * You may see a pop-up window asking you to allow Microsoft Teams to access your microphone and camera. Click allow.
 * You will be admitted into the meeting. If you enter before the research specialist who has been assigned to help you, wait patiently and they will start the meeting shortly.

Please have your ancestor’s information and any digital copies of relevant documents available for reference at your consultation.

For Immediate Help
FamilySearch also supports a host of free, online research communities! The community consists of people who wish to collaborate and help one another find answers. You can post specific genealogical questions or translation requests regarding a country or region in the world. Many users receive responses to their questions within 24 hrs.

Microsoft Teams Walk-through
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