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A second chance at belonging in Germany and Austria

A second chance at belonging in Germany and Austria

Legal reforms in Germany and Austria are offering a path home to descendants of Jews who fled Nazi persecution. In this guide, Decker, Pex, Levi - immigration law firm, explain how to restore lost citizenship, secure a second European passport and reconnect with a history once taken from their families.

Reviving education in the Gaza Envelope

Reviving education in the Gaza Envelope

As the new school year begins, schools in the Gaza Envelope still struggle with the deep trauma of October 7. The UJA-Federation of New York has invested millions of dollars over the past year not only in recovery efforts, but also in transforming the area into a national model for education. “This is not just another therapeutic soccer club – it’s something entirely different.”

One year on: Rebuilding lives in Majdal Shams after the massacre

One year on: Rebuilding lives in Majdal Shams after the massacre

A year ago, a devastating rocket attack struck Majdal Shams, killing 12 children. Many of them witnessed the horrific event; an entire community was left in shock. The UJA-Federation of New York stepped in to offer support. Itzik Shmuli, UJA's Director General in Israel: “our relationship with Majdal Shams didn’t start with that rocket, and it won’t end with it. Fate has bound us together.”

'We mobilized immediately – every minute counts'

'We mobilized immediately – every minute counts'

With Iranian missiles hitting Israeli cities, the UJA Federation of New York decided to assist affected cities through financial support, mental resilience strengthening and community rehabilitation. "It was clear there was an unprecedented event here requiring rapid mobilization," says the Federation's Director General in Israel, Itzhak Shmuli, "we are fulfilling our greatest commitment." Tzvika Brot, mayor of Bat Yam, which also received assistance following the extensive destruction: "They don't donate, they invest in Israel's future, in our children's future."

For the sake of Israeli agriculture

For the sake of Israeli agriculture

“Some families come to volunteer with a baby in a car seat, it warms the heart.” A special panel discusses the organization working to save surplus agricultural produce.

First steps of a long journey

First steps of a long journey

Young graduates of the Masa program from around the world carry their connection with Israel and Judaism into their lives; "It ranks among my life's most formative years," one of the graduates said.