Professional Support
Ethiopian-Israelis live in a harsh socio-economic reality, with nearly half of the community living below the poverty line.
This innovative group is working to enhance economic opportunities.
Olim Beyahad
(Rising Together)
Olim Beyahad assists Ethiopian-Israelis in finding employment in compatible jobs at the forefront of Israel’s workforce, across professional areas.
Aiming to integrate members of the Ethiopian-Israeli community in the areas of employment, residence, education, and social life, Olim Beyahad has supported over 1,200 Ethiopian-Israelis.
Olim Beyahad's flagship program identifies excelling Ethiopian-Israeli university students and graduates with leadership potential, supports them as they integrate into the Israeli workforce, and provides them with a professional toolkit to advance in their chosen career. Crucially, the program pairs each participant with a mentor in their field, who holds a senior position within the industry and can support the participant as they navigate the challenges of the workplace.
Through creating a community of partnerships and connections amongst volunteers, corporations, and social organizations, Olim Beyahad aims to convene a network of Ethiopian-Israelis and non-Ethiopian-Israelis united in a social movement with a single purpose: to build an Israel that incorporates Ethiopian-Israelis into its economic and social leadership.
To learn more about Olim Beyahad, visit their website.