Rabbi Shmuel Yerish: From teaching in Ukraine to creating Jewish kids' toys in Hadera
Rabbi Shmuel Yerish is grateful that “here in Israel you can live a full Jewish life, without judgment or reproach.”
Rabbi Shmuel Yerish is grateful that “here in Israel you can live a full Jewish life, without judgment or reproach.”
A better question might be: For a couple who fell in love with Israel as teenagers, why did it take us so long to make aliyah?
The new immigrants will undergo Orthodox conversion through the Chief Rabbinate and will mainly settle in Nof HaGalil and other northern communities.
What's the difference?
Who pays the price of aliyah? Some 'accidental olim' - children who made aliyah not by choice, but by circumstance - share their experiences.
After Oct. 7, I had in mind that I want to be with my family, meaning Am Yisrael in Eretz Yisrael
By launching a Jerusalem chapter, HER demonstrates how grassroots, women-focused networks are adapting to the evolving needs of immigrant communities in Israel.
Entering Israel’s hi-tech sphere isn’t always easy for new olim, especially without fluent Hebrew or any experience - but Jaime took the leap and now works at Oobit, a fintech company in Herzliya.
From academic excellence to a strong support network, HUJI offers new arrivals a clear path to grow and build a future in Israel.
To Jews in their stage of life who aren’t here yet, Rosanne offered encouragement. “Don’t think too hard about it. Just do it. It’s well worth it!”
In January 2026, Nelech, the only Orthodox program that almost fully integrates students into Israeli schools, will launch its pilot program with a cohort of 25 students from across the US.