Holding the Fort: The Remarkable Strength of Israel’s Newcomer Women
The harsh reality of war forces many new immigrant women to bear the heavy burden of managing households, caring for children, and keeping their families together as their husbands are called to reserve duty.
Despite the War, 31,000 Olim Arrived in Israel in 5784
More than 3,340 Olim came from the US and Canada, with support from Nefesh B’Nefesh.
42% Drop in Russian Aliyah, 50% Rise in Western Aliyah Since January 2024
"People in Ukraine are starting to get used to the state of war with Russia, those who wanted to immigrate have already immigrated."
Knesset Reduces Real Estate Tax for New Immigrants
All Israelis, including new immigrants, are exempt from real estate tax on the first NIS 1.98 million on the purchase of a first home.
155 French Olim Arrive in Israel Despite Threat of a Regional War
Among the arrivals were the Gluch family, who cited growing antisemitism in France as a primary motivator for their relocation.
To Meet Increased Demand, Aliyah Organization Launches New Model for Absorption
“Many people are feeling the magnetic call to return to the national home of our people and to make their aliya dream into a reality.”
French Aliyah on Steroids May Follow Antisemitic Far-Left Victory
Some 700,000 French Jews are eligible to make Aliyah under the Law of Return.
French Couple Make Aliyah to Honor Son Who Fell in Gaza
Lucien and Marlene Elmkayes have chosen to live in Jerusalem “to ensure that the light of our son’s life will continue to shine despite his death.”
US Undergrads Advancing Hard Sciences Research at Bar-Ilan U
Fourteenth annual Summer Science Research Internship Program begins this week
15,000 New Olim Came to Israel Since October 7, Mostly Russians
But these figures were not cause for celebration for Immigration, Absorption and Diaspora Affairs Committee Chair Forer.
Israeli Officials Encourage ‘Aliyah’ While Affirming US Jewish Communities Strong
“We’re absolutely not competing. We are completing each other,” said Ron Brummer, deputy director general at the Israeli Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism.
Nefesh B’Nefesh Hosts Second Annual Financial Literacy Conference for Olim
“This conference provides strategies for preserving assets and preparing for recovery during turbulent times."
Hundreds of Young Olim in Fair Exploring their IDF Enlistment Options
More than 500 participants, aged 16-22, who have made Aliyah either on their own or with their families and are now required to enlist in the IDF, attended the fair.
1,100 New Olim Come to Bar Ilan Fair to Seek their Academic Future in...
"The immigration of young people and students during wartime is our answer to our enemies and those who wish to inflict harm upon us."
Israel Sees Increase in Aliyah Since October 7 Attack
Since October 7, 2023, a total of 12,745 immigrants have immigrated to Israel.
More than 400 Doctors and Dentists Attend Aliyah Fair in Paris
The MedEx campaign aims to recruit 2,000 physicians to address Israel's shortage.
Nefesh B’Nefesh Launches Medical Aliyah Program to Remedy Israel’s Physician Shortages
The objective of the International Medical Aliyah Program is to facilitate the Aliyah of 2,000 physicians over the next five years.
Pro-Hamas Protesters to Target Israeli Event at Teaneck Synagogue
"These protestors are here because we are here. They are seeking out and targeting Teaneck’s Jews."
Surge in Aliyah Applications Since War Began
Some 6,500 new immigrants came to Israel since the Hamas massacre.
Absorption Ministry: 494 Physicians and 83 Nurses Made Aliyah in 2023
The average age of physicians who immigrate to Israel is 41.4, and the median age is 37.
700 North Americans Make Aliyah Following Oct. 7 Attacks
Over 200 olim landed at Ben-Gurion Airport in the last week of 2023.
Birthright Israel Renewing Trips in January with ‘Security Top Priority’
Come mid-January, prospective participants can initiate their registration for the summer excursions via Birthright Israel's official website.
French Aliyah Skyrocketing Since Start of October 7th War
By 1 pm Paris time, 1,045 people were already there. Young families, students, those before enlistment age and after; everyone was there.
Nefesh B’Nefesh Recognizes Ten Inspiring Young Olim who Contributed to the War Effort
"We draw inspiration from these resilient young Olim."
India’s ‘Lost Jews’ Celebrate Hanukkah
"This Hanukkah, the community unites in prayer, expressing collective hopes for the safety of Israel's soldiers and the secure return of all hostages in Gaza."
215 Bnei Menashe among IDF Soldiers Fighting Hamas, Hezbollah
“Since the war broke out, Shavei Israel has received hundreds of requests from young community members in northeastern India asking to make Aliyah immediately.”
IDF Honors ‘Oleh’ Chabad Haredi from US as Outstanding Combat Soldier
Staff-Sgt. Yossi Bluming made aliyah from Maryland three years ago.
Masa Medical Immigrants Can Replace Hippocratic Anarchists
Thousands of doctors streamed into Jerusalem last month to attend a rally organized by the Israel Medical Association (IMA) against a vote on the planned judicial reforms.
First: 215 US, Canada Olim Complete their Aliya Process on the Plane
About a quarter of the Olim on Wednesday’s flight have chosen to volunteer in the IDF.
Surprise Mothers and Lone Soldiers Reunion in Jerusalem
The Nefesh B’Nefesh Lone Soldiers Program facilitated an emotional meeting for 30 mothers of lone soldiers from around the world.
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