‘Our first in Israel’: The immigrants celebrating their first Rosh Hashanah as Israelis
We asked a few recent arrivals why they decided to make the move now, and how they feel about celebrating their first Rosh Hashanah as Israeli citizens.
Jerusalem Post Aliyah Portal
HABAYTA Communities: How New Olim Are Changing Israel
Avraham Vofsi: An aliyah journey painted on canvas
Russian Jews seek a home in Israel as Ukraine war drives aliyah wave
Aliyah in wartime: Why move to Israel during conflict?
Olim share why they made aliyah amid conflict or why they choose to stay.
Ekaterina Korotovskikh: A painter who followed her heart from Russia to Israel
“I am an Israeli, and that is the most important thing. I am studying the culture and customs of the country, and I am interested in it. I do not feel any difference between Jews and non-Jews.”
Survival tips for grocery shopping in Israel
Olim provide practical guidance for how to make shopping in Israel feel less overwhelming and more manageable.
A year of new beginnings
From windows to ‘mezuzot,’ the small steps that mark the start of life in Israel.
Home or Rent? Why Israelis Still See Buying a House as a National Milestone
For many Israelis, owning a home is more than a goal—it's a deep-seated symbol of family, success, and belonging
Martin Winiar: Economist by day, stand-up comic by night
"If you come with the realistic expectation that people are people and countries are countries, you will notice that most Israelis are good, and it’s a wonderful country."
Shopping in Israel: chaos, carts, and comedy
Whether it be Rami Levy or Osher Ad, even a simple trip to the grocery store can feel like an episode of Kupa Reshit.
What awaits new immigrants to Israel? A full spectrum of rights, support, and special benefits
From financial aid to free healthcare and Hebrew classes, Israel offers robust support to new olim
From New York to the National Library of Israel: Naomi Schacter's journey
'The home of the book for the People of the Book.’
Israel’s healthcare through an olah’s eyes: one woman’s story of struggle and strength
The combination of language barriers, bureaucracy, and cultural differences can make even routine appointments overwhelming.
