Ethiopian Jews

As a board member of American Friends of Nishmat, and as someone whose family has proudly supported the institution for many years, I was privileged to witness the event.

For the last 20 years, the Biyadgilons have lived in Rishon Lezion, where Mimi now works for the municipality as a senior social worker.

"For thousands of years, Jews carried Zion in their hearts. This week, in a room full of Ethiopian women in Jerusalem, I watched what it looks like to carry Zion forward."

As someone who has carried the identity of being Ethiopian, Jewish, Israeli, and American, I have learned that nations are not strengthened by outsiders who define them only by their failures. 

A powerful book exploring the rich history, deep pain, and resilient future of the Ethiopian community in Israel.

Israel’s greatest challenge after October 7 may be rebuilding unity in a society split by political and cultural conflict.

Dr. Shmuel Legesse, an Ethiopian Jewish writer and activist, described his life’s mission as a call to strengthen Jewish unity, defend Israel’s legitimacy, and give voice to the Ethiopian Jews.

"So far, we have not been given any information," the family stated. "It is appropriate that we receive the updates directly from the officers in charge. Haymanut must return home now."

During his speech, Netanyahu said he had called for the "full weight of the law" to be brought against the murderers of Yemanu Zalka, promising to continue to fight against violence.

Around 150 leaders of mission-driven movements from across Israel gathered at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem with shared vision for Jerusalem in Israel’s centennial year