'I knew that I was beyond capable': Israeli gymnast Lihie Raz on chasing the Olympics
From uncertain teenager to Olympic contender, Israeli gymnast Lihie Raz is still reaching for new heights
Studying in Israel: International students find a home at Reichman University
Since Oct. 7, a growing number of international students have arrived not solely for academic reasons but also because they no longer felt safe on their home campuses.
Aliyah under fire: The new immigrants who chose Israel despite war and uncertainty
Five new ‘olim,’ who came to live in Israel despite sirens and missiles, fulfilling a lifelong dream
Breaking barriers: Israeli women expand opportunities in STEM and hi-tech
The women working to expand opportunities for other women in Israeli hi-tech
Jodi Samuels’s journey: Aliyah, advocacy, and community
Samuels reflects on her aliyah and advocacy journey: 'I wanted two things in my life: to live in Israel and to have an open home.'
Maryland to MDA: How an oleh found his place on Israel’s front lines
An American oleh serving as an MDA paramedic reflects on his aliyah story and the intense realities of working Israel’s emergency front lines.
Levi Preger: From a Dutch town to the IDF
Preger, aged 27 is a lone soldier who made aliyah from the Netherlands. For the past four years, he has been active with the Growing Wings Foundation, a nonprofit that supports lone soldiers.
Olim navigate studying in Israel
Academic life in Israel can be challenging – from navigating a new language, culture, and bureaucracy – yet it can also be deeply rewarding.
Building bridges through music: Hanna Yaffe’s life of faith and dialogue
Singer and storyteller Hanna Yaffe blends Orthodox faith, music, and interfaith dialogue to build bridges across cultures and beliefs.
Jerusalang: Using language to connect people in Jerusalem
Jerusalang is turning Jerusalem’s mix of languages into a thriving social hub, bringing Jews, Arabs, locals, and newcomers together.
