Iyar 29, 5777, 5/25/2017
Jewish Agency for Israel World Jewish leaders to gather in solidarity with French JewsIn unprecedented show of solidarity, Jewish Agency to bring leaders from Israel, Europe, for special Governors meeting in Paris. Brazilian olim exchange Carnival for PurimDozens of olim from Brazil arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, ready to start their new life as Israeli citizens. 'Jewish Peace Corps' helping disadvantaged communities worldwide1,000 young volunteers to help disadvantaged communities in South Africa, Ghana, Ethiopia, Mexico, Peru, and Israel. Jewish Agency announces $1 million fund for terror victimsAgency says fund, made possible by generous Diaspora donors, a source of both financial and moral support for embattled Israelis. Record-setting numbers of new olim arrived in 201530,000 people made aliyah this year, largest amount in more than decade. All-time high of 7,900 from France. Israel's very first co-op chain to launch on MondayJewish Agency and others start 'CityMart' food co-ops, with earnings strengthening local communities, lowering prices, and expanding chain. Ceremonies Held for Survivors at 57 Jewish Agency FacilitiesStaff members help more than 6,000 Holocaust survivors live their lives in dignity, preserve personal stories. Jewish Agency Delegation Visits Paris Jewish CommunityA group of top Jewish Agency members were in Paris expressing solidarity with the local Jewish community. Aliyah Figures at Highest in a Decade; France Leads the Way26,500 new immigrants in 2014 with France leading for first time ever, and Ukraine immigration up by 190%, as aliyah continues to flourish. France Leads World Aliyah For the First Time EverAmid 'climate of anti-Semitism that is losing its taboo,' Jewish Agency notes France is currently leading world in immigration to Israel. French Jews Reenact 1947 'Illegal' Aliyah to Israel by BoatProgram strengthening French Jews' ties with Israel traces route of 'Hatikva', which tried to defy British ban on Jewish immigration. Jews Make Aliyah Amid Ukraine Airport BattlesJewish Agency rescues six Jewish immigrants to Israel, despite Ukrainian and pro-Russian clashes at Donetsk airport. 'To Our Enemies, Fighting Against Israel, Jews the Same'Twenty years since Argentina bombing; Sharansky: 'We will not settle for anything less than bringing the perpetrators to justice.' Despite Claims, Official Insists Ethiopian Aliyah ContinuesEthiopian Jewish community leader notes that despite reports that Aliyah has ended, dozens still arrive every month. High-School Students Cite 'Life-Changing' Israel ExperienceNaale Elite Academy program brings Jewish students for three years of study in Israel; thousands of graduates remain. Online Event Sees Israeli, Diaspora Leaders UniteOnline 'jam session' between Jewish community members in Israel and around the world fosters innovation, collaboration. |
