Policy
23 articles
2026-06-03
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.
2026-06-03
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.
2026-06-03
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.
2026-06-03
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.
2026-06-03
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?
2026-06-01
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-31
Scholarships for Ethiopian-Israeli students 2026 — the comprehensive guide
Marom (CHE), Siket, Open University, Bar-Ilan, JDC — every scholarship and deadline in one place.
2026-05-31
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.
2026-05-20
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.
2026-05-15
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.
2026-05-15
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.
2026-04-30
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.
2026-04-25
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.
2026-04-20
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.