Near-doubling of vocational training for olim this year by the Federation-funded Jewish Agency, in coordination with the Government of Israel, has helped recent immigrants find work in such fields as tourism and computer programming. Unemployment in Israel is at an all-time low.
As Hurricane Matthew wreaks a path of destruction, hundreds of thousands flee for their lives.Donate to the Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund.
To protect seniors and people with disabilities in poverty, Federations joined 74 organizations in a nationwide advocacy effort to keep down certain Medicare costs. For more information, contact Elizabeth Cullen, counsel for health policy.
Dig into Federations' global impact at GA 2016. Together with experts, examine the latest Israeli socioeconomic trends and discuss our evolving role in supporting Israel. Learn more about the Israel & Overseas Institute and register now.
Jewish Federations extend gratitude for the dedication and commitment with which Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has served the U.S. and supported the Jewish community.
