Olim
Layla Blenden: Jewelry of kindness
Blenden has begun selling her pieces at craft fairs and pop-up exhibitions showcasing the work of olim hadashim in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. She donates all proceeds to a charity fund in the US.
Olim reflect on why they made aliyah this year
Gvahim: Two decades of helping olim build their careers
IDF unveils ‘Olim Al Bet’ program for fast-track immigrant reserve enlistment
Israel approves reform to fast-track professional licenses ahead of aliyah
Professional licenses such as engineering, social work, education, finance, the medical professions, and more will be approved from abroad, allowing them to begin working in their field immediately.
Bridging borders: Ono Academic College launches international occupational therapy program for olim
For the first time, students in Israel will be able to study OT in a program tailored for new olim.
A day in the life of an ‘olah’ - opinion
I chose to make Israel my home through the good and the bad, and I won’t just run when things get tough.
Multi-front war caused emigration from Israel, Knesset report says
Nearly 50% of those who left Israel were Olim.
Israel must change its approach to housing new immigrants - opinion
If decision-makers wish to translate the desire to immigrate into actual aliyah, a shift in approach is needed, along with significant actions.
Israeli home purchases by foreign residents jump 50%
In November-December, they purchased 22 apartments at prices of more than NIS 10 million, out of 72 such apartments purchased in 2024, a large part of which were new apartments.
Navigating aliyah: Key benefits for new olim and long-term returnees
Israel offers extensive benefits to new immigrants and returning residents, including tax breaks on home purchases up to NIS 1.9m, integration grants, and education subsidies.
Nefesh B’Nefesh honors contributions of young olim with Maor Prize
Maor Prize celebrates eight young immigrants, honoring resilience, leadership, and dedication to Israel with an additional special recognition award for courage and triumph over adversity.
A new immigrant’s perspective on resilience, unity, and hope during Hanukkah in Israel - opinion
Sharing reflections on experiencing resilience and unity in Israel during my first Hanukkah, highlighting the spirit of hope amid national challenges and the inspiring stories of modern-day heroes.
Off the beaten track: The immigrants who fall in love with Israel's lesser-known cities
While the majority of immigrants choose to establish their lives in well-known hubs, some are forging a different path, opting to build their new lives in Israel off the beaten track.
