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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


Reporter's notebook: Shishi Shabbat Israeli - Climbing mountains and bridging cultures

Everyone I spoke to, regardless of where they were from, how long they lived in Israel, or if this was their first event, said the same thing: Community.

 The Jerusalem Posts joined Shishi Shabbat Israeli for their 106th seminar weekend in the Negev Desert.

‘Knowledge is power’: Financial Facebook group for olim hits 40,000 members

Nefesh B’Nefesh, the one-stop resource shop for olim, refers queries about finances and budgeting in Israel to the Living Financially Smarter in Israel Facebook group.

 RIFKA LEBOWITZ (R), founder of the Facebook group, meeting an attendee at the annual Living Financially Smarter in Israel Conference.

'Since October 7, there has been a 100% increase in people interested in Aliyah'

Nefesh B’Nefesh Chairman Tony Gelbart, spoke at the Jerusalem Post Miami Summit.

 Nefesh B’Nefesh co-founder and chairman Tony Gelbart

Editor's Notes: From Jerusalem’s newspaper to the new narrative leader of global Jewry

What began as a publication primarily serving English-speaking immigrants to Israel has grown into a global platform, reaching tens of millions of unique readers each month.

 THIS SUMMIT was not only panels and speeches; it was a chance to remember the resilience of our people and the bond between Israel and Jewish communities around the world.

Despite war, these American Jewish athletes are choosing to pursue their careers in Israel

“I was already planning on moving to Israel and making aliyah, so it was a perfect opportunity to not be done playing soccer yet," said Rachel Dallet.

 After two seasons in the NBA’s G League, Ryan Turell joined Ironi Ness Ziona this year.

Bayit Balev: Making a home for senior olim in Jerusalem

Bayit Balev manager Aliza Siekierski wants the facility to welcome new senior immigrants.

 The Bayit Balev assisted living home in Jerusalem.

Australian wellness facilitator Zev Gelber finds his groove in Kfar Pines

Zev Gelber has turned into a wellness facilitator, turning his spacious backyard into a business called Pines Retreat Space.

 Zev Gelber.

Face It Israel: Showing the true face of Israel beyond the media portrayals

By sharing the true faces of Israel, Face It Israel founder Jamie Boolkin aims to counter antisemitism and anti-Zionism and empower Israelis.

  Face It Israel founder Jamie Boolkin.

Finding her way home: A Jewish-Korean immigrant's experience in paving a future in Israel

Tamar Shoshan, a new immigrant and future lone soldier, embodies the qualities of patience and perseverance through her journey from New York to Israel.

 TAMAR’S RECONNECTION with her Jewish identity came unexpectedly when a friend introduced her to Tzofim North America (the Israeli Scouts) in ninth grade. Here, she is pictured with the local Tzofim leadership team.

Bonei Zion Prize ceremony honors 12 olim for extraordinary contributions to Israeli society

Both 2023 recipients and 2024 honorees—selected by a panel of committee members—were recognized at the ceremony at the Beit Ha’am Cultural Center. 

 12 Outstanding Olim Honored with the   Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize.