Message from Telfed Chairman, Batya Shmukler

Hi all, These are certainly very challenging times for all of us here in Israel. Especially as a mother with 2 soldiers on the front line, I am concerned but incredibly proud to live in Israel, our only home. During these stressful times we are reminded of the beautiful side of Israel and the Jewish […]

Resources for Emergencies

Due to an escalation of rocket attacks recently, we have compiled a list of useful resources for our community. Where possible, the information provided is in English. Click here for general information on preparing for emergencies from the Home Front Command (Pikud HaOref). This is an official source and offers important guidelines and information for […]

Telfed office reopening to the public

We have an exciting update for our Olim community! From Sunday 2 May, our office will be open to the public (by appointment only)! Visitors over 16 years require a ‘tav yarok’/green pass.* Please send a copy of this when you schedule your appointment. We know our new Olim are eager to meet with Daniela, […]

Youth Lag B’Omer Braai

The Telfed Youth Committee invites our 18-35 year old SA and Aussie Olim to a Lag B’Omer Braai. Come enjoy our “meat” and greet event! Thurs 29 April, 19:30 NIS 20 per person Click here to RSVP – address will be sent to those who RSVP. Please not: Vaccination/Tav Yarok certificate required.  

Virtual Tour of the UAE

Join us on Thursday 29 April at 20:00 for a Virtual Tour of the United Arab Emirates with international tour guide, Cindy Kline. Click here to register, or email Aviva at [email protected]. Please sign up early in order to receive the link ahead of the event.  

Pre-Election Panel Event

Israeli citizens will head to the polls on Tuesday 23 March 2021. Click here for a recording of our virtual Election Panel Event featuring representatives from the leading parties, moderated by former MK Dov Lipman.  

Think Safe Cyber – How to Stay Secure in an Online World

Telfed invites you to an online lecture by May Brooks-Kempler on Tuesday 16 March at 20:00. Click here to register.  May Brooks-Kempler is a seasoned Cyber Security consultant, advisor, lecturer and public speaker since 2003. She began her career as an IDF officer and has been a trusted consultant in numerous Israeli and global companies […]

Important information regarding vaccinations and the lockdown in Israel

Due to the high volume of requests for information related to Covid-19 and vaccine eligibility, please note: For those residing in Israel, questions relating to Covid-19 testing stations, test results, current restrictions and regulations, as well as the Covid-19 vaccination, can only be answered by the relevant authorities. For more information please contact Misrad Habriut […]

Can we eradicate Covid-19?

Now that we have effective vaccines, can we eradicate or eliminate COVID-19, locally or globally? A fascinating lecture took place on Sunday 17 January 2021 at 20:00 with Professor Manfred Green (Head of School of Public Health, Haifa University). Click here for a recording of the webinar, available on our YouTube Channel (Telfed Israel).   […]