Why do people make aliyah

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Free Sign Up. Katsman suggested the increased interest in moving to Israel might have to do with a change in how people are perceiving their living situations, partly as a result of the COVID pandemic.

And people that thought about making aliyah in the past may not have thought it was possible for them, but COVID shifted a lot of perceptions. For instance, Katsman explained, American-based workers who once thought it impossible to do their jobs remotely now see things in a different light. Also, American Jews reluctant to move far away from family members have now spent months becoming accustomed to communicating with loved ones over the phone or the internet.

In short, many of the things that previously barred American Jews from seriously considering aliyah have been made moot points by the novel coronavirus. Joining an Israeli volunteer program in that focused on Bedouin education reforms, he decided he did not wish to return to the U. With a desire to pursue tikkun olam, Borschel has spent his time in Israel teaching English, recruiting for nonprofits, and working in technology development.

Currently living in Beersheva, Borshel noted the hospitality he has consistently received from his Israeli social circle. It was very perceptive. They care. Borschel also mentioned that the application process went relatively smoothly, estimating it took him three weeks to begin and complete it.

Howard Michaelson, a retired hospital and medical group manager, also remembered having a distinctly trouble-free aliyah process. We landed and there was no one there. He and his girlfriend, Anita Shulman, landed at 4 p. Rights and Benefits. Government Services. Education Learning Hebrew. Healthcare in Israel. IDF and Sherut Leumi. Please note that the information on this website is for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal or other professional advice. You should always seek independent legal or other professional advice before acting or relying upon any of this information.

For our Privacy Policy please click here. What is Aliyah? Need assistance? Let us know at: aliyah nbn. Who makes Aliyah? I believe that it is possible to love Israel from afar, without making Aliyah.

For me, making Aliyah is not in the cards; Israel is a place that will always hold a special place in my heart as the home of the Jewish people, but it is not a place where I see myself living. If I keep Israel as a place to visit and explore, then every trip will be much more meaningful to me.

I can maintain my academic life and familial relationships in America while experiencing everything I want in Israel. I love Israel and America separately, equally and differently. Israel is my religious home, a place where I can be comfortable with my Jewish identity, and America is my traditional home, a place where I will pursue my academic and social life.

This way, I can advocate for Israel from afar, giving my opinion when it matters. I can help Israel from abroad, simply by loving the country. I love Israel for so many reasons.