Hidden Heroes
Hidden heroes, ordinary people doing extraordinary things, make a positive impact on society through their consistent, helpful actions done with humility and grace. We want to give them the spotlight they don’t seek but certainly deserve. Telfed is launching our Hidden Hero Award to recognise Israeli citizens who have made a significant contribution to assist South African, […]
Youth Lag Ba’Omer Braai
Telfed and the ZFA invite Young Olim (18-35s), as well as Lone Soldiers and recently released Lone Soldiers to a Lag Ba’Omer braai/barbie. Please register here for catering purposes.
Book launch: Mensches in the Trenches
Telfed, in partnership with the South African Jewish Board of Deputies, invited the community to attend the launch of ‘Mensches in the Trenches’ documenting the stories of Jewish anti-Apartheid activists. Copies of the book are available for purchase (NIS 70) from the Telfed office. Proceeds from the sale of the book will go to Keren […]
The Founders Trail Tour, Kfar Saba
Join us on Monday 16 May at 09:30 for tour of Kfar Saba’s Founders Trail. Click here to register.
The Special Education System in Israel
?Parents, don’t miss this important webinar on Mon 9 May. We encourage those considering Aliyah to join us in order to gain important information for your Aliyah planning. Click here to register. SA and Aus Olim, if you are planning on making Aliyah with children with special needs, we would also like to take this opportunity […]
Documentary: I am here
In commemoration of Yom Hashoah, join us for a special screening of the documentary, ‘I am here’, by Sanktuary Films. Ella Blumenthal is not your average 98-year-old. Her feisty and magnetic personality makes her past even more surprising. Follow this spirited South African Holocaust survivor as she reveals to her family her astonishing life journey […]
Yom Hashoah memorial event, Tel Aviv
In partnership with Nefesh B’Nefesh, we invite you to join us at the Enav Cultural Center for a screening of the film “Leo’s Journey: In My Father’s Words” with testimony presented by Leo’s son Richard, in honor of this year’s Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day). Special performance by Ori Wissner-Levy, Violinist from the Israel Philharmonic. […]
Yom Hazikaron Machal Memorial Service
On Yom Hazikaron, Telfed representatives will participate in the World Machal Yom Hazikaron Memorial Service. Our Olim community are invited to join us as we pay tribute to international volunteers (mitnadvei chutz laaretz) who fell in service to the State of Israel. The memorial will take place on Wednesday 4 May, at 10:45am at the […]
Pesach Greeting from Moriah Ben-David, ZFA’s Israel Office Director
Just as Bnei Israel were about to leave Egypt, Moshe, their leader, could have sat them down for a session to talk about the atrocities that they went through. He could have also talked to them about the rough journey that lay ahead and how to prepare. However, Moshe didn’t talk about these. Instead, Moshe […]
Telfed Hidden Hero: Eligibility & Criteria
Nominees will have demonstrated exceptional service and compassion in their everyday professional or voluntary capacities with Olim, improving the quality of life and wellbeing of those they have assisted. The award is open to Israeli citizens currently residing in Israel, with the exception of Telfed staff or board members. The nominator will be required to […]