Assisting Olim. Strengthening Aliyah.
Yad L’Olim was founded in June 2021 by former Knesset Member Rabbi Dov Lipman to support Olim from around the world as they navigate the complex journey of Aliyah and integration into Israeli society.Our mission is to break down bureaucratic barriers, guide Olim through government systems, and advocate for them in the halls of the Knesset and government ministries. We work to ensure that every Oleh has access to the information, assistance, and representation they need to build a successful life in Israel.
Since our founding, we have proudly assisted nearly 45,000 Olim families from over 40 countries, helping them make Aliyah and settle in Israel with dignity and support. We have become a consistent and influential voice in the Knesset, leading efforts to change policies that directly impact the lives of Olim.
Our Core Services
1. Navigating the Health System
We support Olim dealing with medical challenges, including helping families with critically ill loved ones receive the care they need within Israel’s socialized healthcare system. Our team has guided many through urgent and complex medical cases—especially children requiring life-saving treatments.
2. Navigating the Education System
We work closely with families of children with special needs to ensure they are placed in appropriate educational frameworks. Many parents are hesitant to make Aliyah due to the challenges of navigating a foreign-language education system. Yad L’Olim steps in to advocate for these children, providing families the confidence and support to move forward.
3. Bureaucratic and Legal Advocacy
From tax and customs issues to driver’s licenses and professional licensing, we advocate on behalf of Olim to simplify processes and resolve difficult cases. We are a go-to source for navigating Israel’s often complicated bureaucracy.
Education and Community Programs
We've hosted educational webinars and workshops attended by nearly 4,000 Olim, covering essential topics ranging from inheritance law to tax optimization.
We’ve also established Hebrew Conversation Clubs in four cities, helping Olim build language skills and connect sociallyEmergency Response During the War
In times of national crisis, Yad L’Olim has adapted to meet urgent needs, including:
1. Answering hundreds of calls and messages from Olim and their families in distress
2.Providing soldiers with equipment, clothing, and essentials
3. Supporting evacuated families with clothing, supplies, and morale-boosting activities
4. Offering free online mental health care through licensed therapists for Olim and lone soldiers
5.Leading efforts to create a new benefit category for “Lone Soldiers in Reserves,” ensuring they receive mental health support and recognition
6.Assisting in sensitive cases involving injuries or loss of life among soldiers from Olim families
7.Coordinating the delivery of thousands of duffel bags filled with donations, clearing them through customs and ensuring they reached those in need
Advocacy In Action
Our efforts are regularly recognized across the political spectrum. Watch Knesset Members share their thoughts on our work in this video.
You can also see real-life stories of the Olim we've helped here:
Testimonials
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The history of Yad L'Olim
During the coronavirus pandemic, thousands of Olim (Israeli Immigrants), their families, and Jews from around the world reached out to former MK Dov Lipman for assistance in navigating the complicated travel restrictions put in place by the Israeli government. Dov and his team spent many sleepless nights answering requests to reunite families. He stepped up and began going to the Knesset committee meetings to advocate for clear government guidelines and policies so that families could be reunited. He was successful in influencing policy changes that benefited these communities and the requests for help continued flooding in. That’s when he decided to found Yad L’Olim as a non-profit organization so that he could help even more Olim navigate Israeli bureaucracy as well as advocate on behalf of Olim, their families, and global Jewry.