Olim
Making Aliyah on Aliyah Day: Sisters from New Jersey begin their next chapter in Israel
Barri and Susan Rifkin made their dream a reality and discovered their arrival in Israel coincided with the national day honoring Aliyah.
Feeling at home with Habayta: the Israeli organization helping Olim build their new lives
The spirit of Zionism: In the days after war - opinion
From aliyah to the IDF: olim share their experiences doing Shlav Bet
Ceremony to honor 96 fallen immigrant soldiers to be held on National Aliyah Day
The main event will include the presentation of a book commemorating the stories of the 96 fallen olim, with several keynote speakers.
Your Taxes: What new immigrants and returning residents need to know before aliyah to Israel
“New residents” and “senior returning residents” who lived abroad 10 years are entitled to a package of income-tax benefits.
From aliyah to the IDF: Shlav Bet gives olim a chance to serve
Since the start of the Israel-Hamas War, Shlav Bet has expanded and gained new momentum, with many Israelis and olim stepping forward to fill manpower gaps and support the IDF.
Choosing Israel: why olim stay during wartime
Reflections from olim as to why they chose to make aliyah - and stay.
Nina Verzhbolovich: Russian olah builds cleaning empire in Israel
This olah wiped her slate clean after aliyah pushed her into new professional opportunities.
I’ll always feel like an outsider but my kids won’t - comment
In the vast sweep of Jewish history, the shift from Diaspora Jew to Sabra is a profound transformation.
Olim share stories of acts of unexpected kindness (Part II)
These acts of kindness may seem small in the grand scheme of things, but for new olim navigating the challenges of starting over, they can have a lasting impact.
The Potential of the Israeli Real Estate Market
Even conservative forecasts predict continued strength in the Israeli housing market
Living financially smarter in Israel: Tools for success in the AI age and beyond
The “Living Financially Smarter in Israel” forum offered expert tips on digital assets, AI, estate planning, and smart money habits for olim.
Olim recall moments of unexpected kindness
When life here feels overwhelming, even the smallest act of kindness or compassion can make all the difference.
Russian Jews seek a home in Israel as Ukraine war drives aliyah wave
ALIYAH AFFAIRS: Between “sausage” and “pumpkin,” the waves of Russian aliyah have carried different circumstances and subtexts, but are continuously united by a search for a place to belong.