Lost in translation: the joys of learning Hebrew
Many olim learning Hebrew can attest that they have at one point or another embarrassed themselves profusely either by misunderstanding, mishearing, or mispronouncing a word.
The forgotten mourners: How GFIDF is giving a voice to the girlfriends of fallen soldiers
'The organization literally saves lives'
Shannon Seban: Fighting discrimination and defending Laïcité
'We should all stand together, whatever our religion is, whatever our political belief is, against antisemitism, as you need to stand against any kind of racism and discrimination.'
Deemed unfit to drive by Israeli bureaucracy
Getting a driver’s license in Israel can feel like surviving an obstacle course - it’s not just a test of driving skill but also of patience, resilience, and pure willpower.
Bureaucracy battles: how do olim deal with the Israeli postal service?
Another common hurdle that nearly every oleh has encountered.
Dr. Yoav Heller on October 7: sexual violence and confronting evil
Dr. Heller: 'This wasn’t just another attack between Israelis and Palestinians. It was an attempt at genocide.'
If we don’t laugh, we’ll cry: Humor as a sign of resilience in Israel - opinion
Israelis manage to find humor in everyday life, even during the scariest of times.
Bureaucratic battles: The struggles of new Israeli olim at the Interior Ministry
Daily bureaucratic obstacles can really take a toll on new immigrants who are trying to find their footing in a new country.
Shifra Jacobs: Adjusting to life in Israel as a young olah
From Manchester to the IDF: a young woman’s journey of aliyah, adaptation, and finding her voice in a new country.
A cultural experience: Meeting neighbors in the bomb shelter during war with Iran - comment
Now, with the restrictions finally lifted, I only hope that life returns to some kind of normality, that we can resume our daily routines, and that I can meet and get to know my neighbors.
