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Olim reflect on why they made aliyah this year

Since October 7, rising antisemitism in the Diaspora has prompted many Jews to reconsider their futures, with Israel offering both safety and a stronger sense of community.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators carry a banner during a protest against the arrival of an Israeli cruise ship in the port of Piraeus near Athens, Greece, June 12, 2025.
The Gvahim team.

Gvahim: Two decades of helping olim build their careers

 IDF reservists joining the "David Brigades," the five new reservist brigades announced by IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, December 17, 2024.

IDF unveils ‘Olim Al Bet’ program for fast-track immigrant reserve enlistment

New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.

The real cost of making Aliyah isn’t the flight, it’s the first six months


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.

 DR. NAOMI FERZIGER, director and academic head of the International Occupational Therapy (OT) Program at Ono Academic College.

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.

 OVER 150 French Jews made aliyah on an International Fellowship of Christians and Jews flight last week.

Multi-front war caused emigration from Israel, Knesset report says

Nearly 50% of those who left Israel were Olim.

 People watch the military airshow as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, in Saker Park, Jerusalem, April 26, 2023.

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. 

 A HOUSING project of the Yafo Tel Aviv company: If decision-makers wish to translate people’s desire to immigrate into actual aliyah, a shift in approach is needed, along with significant actions, says the writer.

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.

 SCENES FROM Tel Aviv: Checking out apartment prices.

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.

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016,

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.

 Nefesh B'Nefesh bestowed its Maor Prize to outstanding young Olim for their contributions to strengthening the State of Israel.

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.

 THE WRITER and her husband, Elliott, celebrate Hanukkah in Jerusalem.

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.

 A photo of the Ganei Tikva city hall.

A year of aliyah: Tens of thousands of Jews immigrated to Israel since October 7 massacre

There were 31,000 immigrants in 2024 alone, from approximately 100 different countries.

Olim from France who arrived in Israel during the war. Illustrative