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ISRAELA:

Making Aliyah

TOGETHER

We are there for your family, every step of the way

From preparing for your Aliyah, to navigating daily life in Israel, to integrating socially and professionally into your new community, we are here to help you build a strong, meaningful foundation for your new life.

32

Years of experience

2,200

Families made Aliyah

98%

Stayed in Israel

About Us

"Israela" operates around the world in close cooperation with the Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption, the Jewish Agency, KKL-JNF, "Bnei Akiva" and the global Mizrahi movement.

The organization was founded in France 32 years ago by Shalom Vach and specializes in the Aliyah and absorption of family groups.

"Israela" is led by Golan Vach and an experienced professional team.

Our Aliyah Model

Our proven, unique model for the Aliyah and absorption process is built on three components:

Group Aliyah

The Olim join a strong and supportive group of other, like-minded families, ready for a shared challenge.

Ongoing Guidance

Our pre- and post-Aliyah program provides the support you need to learn Hebrew, find employment, and integrate into the community.

Community Absorption

We identify communities in Israel that have what it takes to absorb Olim: housing, educational institutions, adoptive families and social support.

What does the Aliyah process with Israela involve?

In the year before the Aliyah:

Online introductory interview with you, the potential families.

Face to face meetings with families in their countries of origin ("We come to you").

Shabbaton abroad for the group, to get to know each other, the "Israela" team and representatives of the absorbing communities.

Pilot trip in Israel: really get to know the absorbing communities and adoptive families. Get a feel for a place and answers to your questions.

Preparation for Aliyah through professional lectures on Zoom on important topics, such as education, health, and finance.

Ongoing support from your fellow olim in the group. Ask questions, share concerns, plans and insights and build a sense of partnership.

Enrolment of your children in your preferred educational institutions, so when you arrive, the schools are ready and waiting for them.

Assistance with finding suitable housing and getting it equipped and ready for your arrival.

The big day:

You will be greeted at the airport with songs and hugs, making your day even more special.

When you arrive, your apartment will be ready and welcoming, so you feel right at home.

In the year after Aliyah:

You will learn Hebrew in the Ulpan.

Your children are our top priority: A designated Israela teacher will accompany your children in their educational institutions and ensure that they succeed, academically and socially.

Your Israela coordinator will be your local expert and provide ongoing support for any questions or problems that arise.

You will receive guidance on your first steps: receiving your ID card, opening a bank account, and registering with health insurance.

Throughout the year, you will benefit from trips, get-togethers, and cultural activities that will help you better get to know your beautiful country and its people.

Our communities

So far, dozens of groups have made Aliyah with us and have been successfully absorbed in the following places:

Ma'alot, Nahariya, Haifa, Givat Shmuel, Jerusalem, Netanya, Hadera, Or Akiva, Bruchin, Eli, Ofra, Yakir, Hispin, Ravva, Paduel, Kochav Yaakov, Kfar Adumim, Netivot.

What characterizes our designated communities?

A receptive community

Neighbours who are willing to open their hearts to make you feel at home.

Affordable housing

Reasonably priced housing is important when starting out, as it will allow you to eventually purchase your own home.

High quality educational institutions

A good match between the group and the schools in the community is crucial to the program’s success.

Employment potential

Varied professional opportunities within a 45-minute drive.

Public transportation

Reliable public transportation allows you to get settled without the need to immediately purchase a car.

Our latest projects

for families from France

Nahariya

for families from South America

Or Akiva

for families from North America

Haifa

for families from France/South or North America

Ofra (Benyamin)

for families from France/South or North America

Rehelim (Shomron)

for families from UK, USA and Australia

Ma'alot

Our Team

Golan Vach CEO of Israela

Ilan Goldman Director of Aliyah from the UK

Ari Posner Director of Aliyah from North America

Mali Levius Community Absorption Coordinator

Shalom Vach CEO of ADG

David Guttenmacher Project Manager

Shirley Salem Recruitment, South America

Testimonials

"I want to thank God for allowing me to immigrate in this way. In the year since I immigrated, I have said "thank you" more than in any other year of my life."

"People make a mistake if they think that aliyah is anything other than the best decision you will make in your life. It certainly has been for me and my children."

"I started the aliyah process two years ago, to immigrate with Israela is to be embraced and surrounded with love and support, from the beginning of the journey and throughout the absorption process."

“The Pilot Trip was the key to our future. By exploring Israel, we saw our future taking shape before our eyes. Choosing our living environment with confidence was made possible thanks to this hands-on immersion.”

"Coming back from this Pilot Trip was a revelation. We came back enchanted, convinced that this experience had removed our doubts. Meeting the communities and visualizing our future daily life reinforced our decision to make Aliyah with the Israela. "

“This trip was a bridge between two worlds for us. We returned to France filled with enthusiasm and certainty. Imagining our children in schools, discovering the neighborhoods, it was like a glimpse of our lives to come.”

"The lectures were our guide before our departure. They clarified every aspect of life in Israel. Thanks to the experts, we found answers to our specific concerns, such as the equivalence of diplomas and the education system.”

"Great sessions in the preparation process. Each session was like another essential step. They cleared up our doubts about shipping, taxes, health. Each answer was another stepping stone in our preparation."

"The lectures were very beneficial before Aliyah. Every crucial topic was dissected, from the banking system to healthcare procedures. The answers to our questions strengthened our resolve and confidence. We knew what to expect, and that made all the difference ."

“Finally, talks with relevant content. They were essential to understand the necessary budget, the administrative formalities, and above all to have clear answers to our questions, giving us more confidence in our move to Israel.”

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