Immigrants in israel
Government approves dedicated unit to assist new immigrants serving in IDF
The establishment of the unit, which will specialize in guiding and supporting olim in the IDF, follows a significant rise in the number of immigrants who have chosen to make Aliyah since October 7.
Jerusalem: The Story That Connects the Jewish People
Aliyah under fire: The new immigrants who chose Israel despite war and uncertainty
When comfort is off the table, Israelis find new ways to cope under fire
Israel pressured to fast-track Bnei Menashe immigration after missile kills seven
Approximately 5,500 members of the Bnei Menashe community currently reside in India, waiting for the opportunity to start new lives in Israel.
Hundreds of new immigrants, ultra-Orthodox join IDF since start of Israel-Hamas War
Lone soldiers are also disproportionately represented in new draft data.
Mother of slain teen tells immigrant moms sending kids to war admirable
"Your sons and daughters are our heroes, going out there and doing everything in their power to protect the Jewish people, but this ability to serve our nation in such a way comes from you.”
Global hearts fuel Israel's defense: Immigrants rally to back war effort
Young immigrants are experiencing a range of emotions, as they watch their Israeli brothers and sisters stand strong on the front lines.
Russian-speakers struggle to adjust to Israel – this org. helps - opinion
Shishi Shabbat specializes in aiding olim from former Soviet countries and takes a unique and innovative approach to empowering and strengthening this vulnerable segment of Israel’s population.
Meet the seven-foot tall Russian Jew making history in Israel
Georgi Krimantsky has become a legend not only for his extraordinary height but also for his remarkable journey from Russia to Israel.
Rosh Hashanah: What new and veteran immigrants envision for the New Year
Nefesh B’Nefesh has brought some 75,000 North American immigrants to Israel since its founding in 2002, but the organization’s work doesn’t stop the moment the new immigrants get off that plane.
Helping students at Yemin Orde: the Israeli immigrant and at-risk youth village
The Yemin Orde Youth Village serves a vitally important role for immigrant and at-risk youths in Israel.
Mazal tov! Israel welcomes 215 new North American olim
In these cynical times, Nefesh B’Nefesh’s 64th charter flight brings a fresh burst of idealism and excitement to the Jewish state.
Court strikes rule retaining welfare funds for overstayed foreign workers
The High Court of Justice decided that withholding social deductions from foreign workers was a violation of their rights, and face the Knesset six months to develop alternative regulation.
