Ministry Of Absorption

Israel moves to protect lone soldiers before and after service

Israel is advancing a new support framework for lone immigrant soldiers, offering guidance, crisis aid, and family assistance.

IDF initiative to tap olims' hidden potential

The IDF, together with the Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption and the Jewish Agency, launched a new initiative enabling olim aged 26 and older to integrate into meaningful military service roles.

Aliyah tour connects thousands with opportunities in Israel

Over 2000 participants attended multiple Aliyah fairs and events, gaining essential services and expert guidance on the Aliyah process and their numerous options.

Reform in professional licensing for Olim to cut bureaucracy

New reform ends bureaucracy and enables immediate employment for professionals upon Aliyah.

Hundreds of North Americans make aliyah in a week

Five group aliyah flights landed at Ben Gurion Airport within 24 hours. Over the course of the week (August 20-28), 600 newcomers will make Israel their new home, on 14 group Aliyah flights, offered by Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Lone National Service volunteers arrive in Israel

Nefesh B'Nefesh, Ministry of Aliyah and Integration, and the Jewish Agency welcomed a new group of 66 olim - including several national service volunteers.

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Physicians from around the world come to volunteer in Israel

A new initiative assembled a database of potential volunteers and is assisting them in receiving a temporary Israeli medical license.

Aliyah Minister meets with Israeli-Anglo community rabbis

The meeting was attended by Rabbis of local Israeli communities, which are home to thousands of immigrant families.

Aliyah Figures at Highest in a Decade; France Leads the Way

26,500 new immigrants in 2014 with France leading for first time ever, and Ukraine immigration up by 190%, as aliyah continues to flourish.

Watch: Immigrants Celebrate Thanksgiving in Israel

What does Thanksgiving mean to an expat? Celebrants say traditional American holiday has become universal.

Despite Claims, Official Insists Ethiopian Aliyah Continues

Ethiopian Jewish community leader notes that despite reports that Aliyah has ended, dozens still arrive every month.

US Dentists Take Licensing Exam For Aliyah

Record number of dentists take exam to expedite entry to Israeli job market after aliyah, in new Nefesh B'Nefesh initiative.