Policy
33 articles
July 12, 2026
Gadi Yevarkan leaves Likud, establishes a new party — "Beit Israel"
Former MK and former Deputy Minister of Public Security, of Ethiopian descent, announced his departure from Likud and the founding of an independent party focused on economic welfare, including advancing a "pension law."
June 19, 2026
"7 Days" investigation: police sorted stations by a "traffic-light model" — 5 stations rated "red"
A ynet investigation revealed police sorted 26 stations with significant Ethiopian-Israeli populations by a "traffic-light model" — 5, including Kiryat Gat and Kiryat Malakhi, rated "red." Enforcement data hasn't been published since 2023.
June 3, 2026
Criminal Record Expungement — The New Law: Who Is Eligible and How to Apply
The Knesset passed a law allowing expungement of old criminal records. For the Ethiopian-Israeli community — an opportunity for a fresh start.
June 3, 2026
Ethiopian-Israeli Knesset Members: History, Achievements and Current Representation
From Pnina Tamano-Shata to Sigalit Jelicha — mapping all Ethiopian-Israeli MKs, their achievements and what is still missing.
June 3, 2026
Poverty and Social Gaps in the Ethiopian-Israeli Community 2025: State of Play
39% poverty vs 14% nationally. CBS, ENP and Adva data — and what the state does (and doesn't) about it.
June 3, 2026
The Depo-Provera Affair: Forced Contraception on Ethiopian-Israeli Women
In 2012 it was exposed: women from the community received contraceptive injections without informed consent. The full story and rights of victims.
June 3, 2026
Solomon Tekah: The Police Shooting, the Protests and the Legacy — 5 Years On
The death of 18-year-old Solomon Tekah in 2019 transformed the debate on over-policing in Israel. What has changed since?
June 1, 2026
Child allowance — complete guide for the Ethiopian-Israeli community
Child allowance is paid monthly to every family with children up to age 18. How to verify you receive it, how much, and what Savings for Every Child is.
May 31, 2026
From unemployment to employment — the roadmap for returning to the labour market
6 months or more without work? Step-by-step guide: rights, training programmes, and how to return quickly.
May 31, 2026
Construction and infrastructure trades — stable careers for men in the community
One of Israel's highest-demand sectors. Training programmes, licences, and salary by trade.
May 31, 2026
JDC Lamarkhak programme — what it is, who qualifies, and how to register
The JDC 'Lamarkhak' programme operates in 11 centres nationwide. Complete guide to registration and vocational guidance.
May 31, 2026
Business entrepreneurship for Ethiopian-Israelis — funding sources and success stories
Success stories of Ethiopian-owned businesses in Israel. Grants, incubators, and programmes tailored to the community.
May 31, 2026
Civil service careers — affirmative representation guide for Ethiopian-Israelis
The Affirmative Representation Law guarantees preference for Ethiopian-Israelis in civil service. Which roles to target and how to apply.
May 31, 2026
Support for Ethiopian-Israeli women at risk of violence — who to call and where to go
An inter-ministerial committee was established after femicides in the community. A practical guide — what to do, who to call, and how to leave safely.
May 31, 2026
Rights when dealing with police — a practical guide for the community
Stopped? Being searched? The 2015 and 2019 protests changed the conversation — here is what you must know.
May 31, 2026
Diabetes in the Ethiopian-Israeli community — prevention and management
17% of Ethiopian-Israelis have diabetes — the highest rate among Jewish groups. Risk factors, tests you are entitled to, and clinics.
May 31, 2026
Pinui-Binui (demolish-rebuild) in Ethiopian neighborhoods — a guide for apartment owners
5 neighborhoods with high Ethiopian concentration are in pinui-binui processes. Your rights, the risks, and how to protect yourself.
May 31, 2026
Scholarships for Ethiopian-Israeli students 2026 — the comprehensive guide
Marom (CHE), the Student Authority, Open University, Bar-Ilan, JDC — every scholarship and deadline in one place.
May 31, 2026
Mental health in the Ethiopian-Israeli community — 2026 resource guide
Ethiopian-Israelis are hospitalized in psychiatric wards at twice their population share. What services exist, how to access them, and where to get help.
May 20, 2026
Police "traffic light model" — 5 stations flagged as problematic on Ethiopian-Israeli relations
Israel Police has formulated, for the first time, a model classifying 26 major stations as green/yellow/red, as part of implementing Government Decision 3243. Five stations were flagged "red": Kiryat Gat, Rehovot, Yavne, Afula and Kiryat Malachi.
May 20, 2026
Falash Mura 2026 — absorption rights and the aliyah track
The Israeli government approved continued Falash Mura aliyah from Gondar. 7,000 in process — update on rights, conversion procedure, and who qualifies.
May 15, 2026
The Blood Affair 1996 — what happened, and what changed
January 1996: it was revealed that blood banks were secretly discarding Ethiopian-Israeli donations. The protest that followed changed Israel.
May 15, 2026
Affirmative representation for Ethiopian-Israelis in civil service — 2025 status
The Affirmative Representation Law has existed since 2000. 25 years on — what's the status? Civil Service Commission 2024 data, gaps by ministry, and what you can claim.
April 30, 2026
The community mortgage — updated 2026 guide
₪600,000 over 25 years, 0% interest for the first 10. Eligibility, how to register, and what happens if you win the lottery.
April 25, 2026
Falash Mura aliyah — 2024 status update
~6,500 awaiting, direct-absorption pilot in Netanya/Rehovot/Kiryat Malachi handled 2,800 over 3 years. Q4 2024 government decisions.
April 20, 2026
Order 50 and affirmative representation in civil service — 2024 status
Current representation 1.7%, target 2.5% by 2027. Policy changes, ministry breakdown, and practical claim tools.
March 23, 2026
Finance Committee approves 2026 budget — ₪13M for Hebrew ulpan, budget for Ethiopian Jewish heritage center
As part of the 2026 state budget (roughly ₪850.59 billion), ₪13 million was approved for Hebrew ulpan studies for immigrants, and the Ethiopian Jewish heritage center was transferred to the Heritage Ministry with a ₪2.5 million budget.
February 10, 2026
Adva Center: research on education-employment gaps for Ethiopian-Israelis
An independent Adva Center study presents data on matriculation, academic admission, dropout and field-matched employment gaps between Ethiopian-Israelis and the general population.
February 10, 2026
State Comptroller opens audit of government decisions on Ethiopian Jewish aliyah
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman announced in the Knesset a new audit on the implementation of government decisions regarding the aliyah of the remaining Ethiopian Jewish community and "Zera Israel," and dedicated his remarks to the memory of Sgt. Asi Sama, who fell in the Iron Swords war.
February 1, 2026
About 2,000 Ethiopian-Israeli protesters rally at the Knesset, demanding Aliyah resume
The 'Koach LaAliyah' organization staged a protest at the Knesset demanding the government increase the Aliyah budget and bring family members to Israel, amid roughly 10,000 waiting in Ethiopia and a worsening civil war.
January 30, 2026
Aliyah and Integration Ministry's 2026 budget — again with no dedicated funding for aliyah from Ethiopia
For the third year running, the 2026 Aliyah and Integration Ministry budget includes no dedicated funding to continue the aliyah of those waiting in Ethiopia — including 1,226 already approved to immigrate. The advocacy headquarters expressed "deep anger and pain."
January 8, 2026
PM's Office publishes report on the national program for integrating Ethiopian-Israelis
A summary report on the government program to integrate Ethiopian-Israelis ("New Path") details roughly ₪209.6 million in allocations, local authority projects, and bias-reduction efforts in social services.
November 17, 2025
Knesset committee: "Halting aliyah from Ethiopia is a disgrace to the State of Israel"
Aliyah, Absorption and Diaspora Committee chair MK Gilad Kariv attacked the government over the halt in aliyah from Ethiopia, and pledged to work toward resuming it. Most post-war aliyah has come from Russia, the US and France — while aliyah from Ethiopia remains stalled.