When 200 new olim (immigrants) hailing from France, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela and Russia stepped off the planes in Israel on July 17, 2019, they were met with a celebratory reception.
Usually, Shlichim (Israeli emissaries) arrive in communities worldwide to help deepen Diaspora Jewry鈥檚 connection to Israel. For 20 Shlichim though, they鈥檒l be returning home to Israel to serve as ambassadors of the Diaspora.
Daniel and Elya's veganism posed a challenge for their passion for chocolate, leading them to experiment with chocolate recipes that don't use milk. The Jewish Agency offered them support through our Loan Funds program.