Hanna — Aliyah-coordinator — Ministry of Aliyah

How it started

Hanna wanted to be a social worker since 7th grade. Her matriculation average (92) was high enough to apply for Atidim Academic in her final high-school year.

Atidim — full funding + guaranteed service

Bachelor's in social work at Bar-Ilan University (long track, including psychology and community work). Atidim's cohort was supportive — 12 community members in the year, meeting monthly for dinner.

Civil service — first role

After the degree — placement at the Aliyah Ministry as Aliyah coordinator for olim from Ethiopia. A role that combines her academic training with her cultural-linguistic connection. Order 50 was part of how the role was offered to her.

Where she is today

Still at the Aliyah Ministry, now a team lead (4 coordinators under her). Salary ₪19K gross. Manages an in-ministry mentor program for new community olim.

Recommendation

> "Order 50 isn't magic — it's law. You need to flag, keep your evidence, and don't be discouraged if the first interview disappoints. The first isn't always the one that lands."

Programs used

• Atidim Academic
• Affirmative action — explainer