Voices of Olim
From aliyah to the mic: How Benny P. Leva found his voice in Jerusalem
‘To be filming big specials or having big comedians come here and perform in English - it makes Jerusalem a world-class comedy city.’
Finding her place: Leora Leeder's journey from New York to Israel
AMLAT: Guiding young Spanish-speaking women in Israel
Lost phones, good deeds: Olim share heartwarming stories on Israeli buses
MentOlim networking event revolutionizes job hunting for new olim
The gathering marked the first anniversary of MentOlim, an initiative that has quickly become a lifeline for olim navigating Israel’s competitive hi-tech market.
'Why did you bring me here?': Panel of olim discuss 'accidental' aliyah
Who pays the price of aliyah? Some 'accidental olim' - children who made aliyah not by choice, but by circumstance - share their experiences.
A land of opportunity: one young oleh’s path into hi-tech
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.
Nelech: inspiring the next generation of olim to make aliyah
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.
Olim gather to celebrate Aliyah Day 2025
The evening captured both the diversity of Israel’s communities and the deep sense of purpose shared by olim from various countries, cultures, and backgrounds.
From aliyah to the IDF: olim share their experiences doing Shlav Bet
The challenges, motivations, and personal growth involved in integrating into Israeli society through serving in the IDF.
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.
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.
Olim recall moments of unexpected kindness
When life here feels overwhelming, even the smallest act of kindness or compassion can make all the difference.
Aliyah in wartime: Why move to Israel during conflict?
Olim share why they made aliyah amid conflict or why they choose to stay.
