Rights & Programs
Practical guides to government and community rights. Everything you're entitled to — and how to actually claim it. Hebrew, English, Amharic.
Switching Health Fund (Kupat Holim) — Your Rights
Every citizen can switch health funds once a year, free of charge, with no age or health restrictions. The switch takes effect on January 1st.
Foreign Worker Rights — Including Undocumented Workers
Undocumented workers are entitled to minimum wage, basic working conditions and cannot be deported for filing a complaint — even if residing illegally.
Right to Legal Translation — Navigating Courts in Hebrew
Every defendant who does not have command of Hebrew is entitled to a free interpreter in all court proceedings. A constitutional right many are unaware of.
Unemployment Insurance — Everything You Need to Know 2026
Register on the first day after dismissal at the Employment Service. Unemployment insurance: up to 70% of your salary, up to 175 days.
Free Mortgage Counselling — Guide for Those Entitled
The Ministry of Housing funds free mortgage counselling for housing benefit recipients. A certified adviser saves tens of thousands of ILS in interest.
Severance Pay — The Right Everyone Needs to Know
Every employee dismissed after one full year of work is entitled to severance: one month's last salary per year of work — calculated on last salary, not average.
Right to Public Housing — Waiting List and How to Apply
Low-income families with long residency can apply for public housing. Average wait: 8-15 years, but special eligible groups receive priority.
NII Benefits for Discharged Soldiers — All Allowances
A discharged soldier is entitled to NII benefits: health insurance, 30-day unemployment buffer and more depending on circumstances. Contact NII on day one.
Unconditional Scholarships — 7 Lesser-Known Sources
Lesser-known scholarships: JDC, Menachem Begin, Bracha, Joint, Shalem Fund and more. Some are specific to Ethiopian-Israelis.
Access to Government Services in Amharic — Complete Guide
By law — every public body must provide services in minority languages. Guide to all government agencies offering Amharic service.