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In 2009 Nefesh B'Nefesh produced a Hanukkah [[Flash Mob]] viral video that became a major success.<ref>http://www.urlesque.com/2009/12/03/hanukkah-flash-mob/</ref> The mob assembled on Jerusalem's [[Ben Yehuda Street]] and was choreographed by new immigrant [[Marvin Casey]] <ref>Feeling the beat, By YAEL BRYGEL, Jerusalem Post, June 3, 2009 [http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=JPost/JPArticle/ShowFull&cid=1244023263929]</ref> to a Chanukah song by American comedian [[Eric Schwartz]].<ref>December 1, 2009, Smooth-E’s Jewtronic Music-Making, By Ryan Torok, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, [http://www.jewishjournal.com/articles/item/smooth-es_jewtronic_music-making_20091201/]</ref> The mob danced to “Hanukkah Hey Ya,” Schwartz’s Chanukah spoof of a chart-topping 2003 [[OutKast]] song, “Hey Ya!.” The song was made into a popular e-card in 2004.<ref>December 1, 2009 |
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Smooth-E’s Jewtronic Music-Making, By Ryan Torok, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, [http://www.jewishjournal.com/articles/item/smooth-es_jewtronic_music-making_20091201/]</ref> See it here: <ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULtglogZbR8]</ref> |
Smooth-E’s Jewtronic Music-Making, By Ryan Torok, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, [http://www.jewishjournal.com/articles/item/smooth-es_jewtronic_music-making_20091201/]</ref> See it here: <ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULtglogZbR8]</ref> |
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Nefesh B'Nefesh (Hebrew: נפש בנפש) is an organization that encourages immigration by Jewish people to Israel from North America and the United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2002 by Rabbi Yehoshua Fass and Tony Gelbart, and works in cooperation with the Jewish Agency for Israel.
Overview
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Nefesh B'Nefesh is a Jerusalem-based non profit organization that promotes, encourages and organizes Aliyah from North America and the United Kingdom. The organization aims to remove or minimize the financial, professional, logistical, and social obstacles that potential Olim face. Nefesh B'Nefesh works in close cooperation with the Government of Israel and major Jewish organizations across all denominations and assists people of all ages in the Pre and Post-Aliyah process, offering resources such as financial grants, employment assistance, reduced government bureaucracy, social guidance and counseling.
History
Nefesh B'Nefesh was originally conceived by Rabbi Yehoshua Fass after a family member was killed in a terrorist attack in Israel. Realizing that there were many people who wanted to immigrate to Israel but were worried about certain obstacles, Rabbi Fass and Florida businessman and philanthropist Tony Gelbart decided to create an organization which would try to make it easier for people to make Aliyah.
In the summer of 2002, Nefesh B'Nefesh organized its first chartered Aliyah flight to Israel. In the following years, growing demand saw an increasing number of Aliyah flights from North America to Israel, and by the end of 2007, Nefesh B'Nefesh organized more than 30 Aliyah flights.
In May 2006, in response to numerous requests from British Jewry interested in Aliyah, Nefesh B'Nefesh expanded its services to also include the United Kingdom.
Milestones
In December 2006, Nefesh B'Nefesh brought its 10,000th Oleh to Israel on its 23rd Aliyah flight.
In December 2007 Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomed its 30th chartered flight to Israel.
In January 2008 Nefesh B'Nefesh, in conjunction with the Legacy Foundation, announced provision of Fellowship Grants of up to $60,000 for physicians making Aliyah in order to help counteract a projected shortage of physicians in Israel.
In August 2008, the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) and Nefesh B'Nefesh created a “one-stop Aliyah shop” designed to streamline the Aliyah process and make it easier for Olim. Under the new “Collaborative Venture” Nefesh B'Nefesh are the primary source responsible for marketing and promoting the concept of Aliyah to Jews in North America. JAFI is responsible for the Aliyah eligibility process with the appropriate authorities in Israel.
In the summer of 2008, Nefesh B'Nefesh announced the arrival of its 16,000th oleh.[5]. Nefesh B'Nefesh charters its aliyah flights with EL AL Airlines, Israel's official airline.
Aliyah Support Services Provided by Nefesh B'Nefesh
Financial Assistance
Nefesh B’Nefesh provides financial assistance to eligible Aliyah candidates in order to help defray some of the relocation costs.
Group Aliyah Flights
Nefesh B'Nefesh provides chartered and group Aliyah flights.
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NBN Charter Flight December 2007
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American Olim arrive in Israel
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Group welcomes American Olim to Israel
Absorption Services
Nefesh B'Nefesh provides assistance with Israeli bureaucratic procedures and helps Olim overcome language and cultural gaps. The Absorption Department works with governmental and institutional bodies, such as the Ministries of Interior and Immigrant Absorption. The Absorption Department provides information for Olim, such as guides for dealing with governmental offices and agencies, and information regarding benefits.
Employment Services
Nefesh B’Nefesh assists Olim in searching for jobs. It provides pre- and post- Aliyah employment counseling sessions and matches Olim with professionals in their field, assists in tailoring resumes to the Israeli market, provides information about job retraining, and offers guidance in starting businesses. In addition, the Employment Department lobbies on behalf of various professions which require official licensing.
Social Services
Nefesh B’Nefesh maintains regular contact with Olim prior to their Aliyah and after their arrival in Israel. It conducts ongoing seminars and workshops, helps families identify suitable communities, and assists students in finding appropriate educational tracks. It also provides a supportive network for singles and retirees.
Social Services staff help to address the personal concerns of each Oleh prior to their arrival in Israel and for some time afterwards.
Overseas Programming
Nefesh B’Nefesh conducts Pre-Aliyah informational seminars throughout North America and the UK several times a year. The seminars cover the technical aspects of making Aliyah, finding employment in Israel and the emotional implications of the move.
Call Center
Nefesh B’Nefesh has an in-house call center, which operates as a resource for technical information about Aliyah.
Business Directory
Nefesh B'Nefesh operates an online business directory to assist the English speaking community in Israel.
Logo
Nefesh B’Nefesh's logo, which depicts a picture of a family holding hands, reflects Nefesh B'Nefesh's goal to assist American Jews to return to Israel by helping them through the process. [1]. Some believe that the logo reflects Nefesh B'Nefesh's initial focus on assisting families who immigrate to Israel.[2] More recently, Nefesh B'Nefesh has worked to improve its services to other demographics, including students and singles.[3]
Hanukkah Flash Mob
In 2009 Nefesh B'Nefesh produced a Hanukkah Flash Mob viral video that became a major success.[4] The mob assembled on Jerusalem's Ben Yehuda Street and was choreographed by new immigrant Marvin Casey [5] to a Chanukah song by American comedian Eric Schwartz.[6] The mob danced to “Hanukkah Hey Ya,” Schwartz’s Chanukah spoof of a chart-topping 2003 OutKast song, “Hey Ya!.” The song was made into a popular e-card in 2004.[7] See it here: [8]
Nefesh B'Nefesh Website
The Nefesh B'Nefesh website contains information relating to Aliyah for people moving to Israel, with information for example about academic institutions and communities, employment, financial planning and Aliyah rights.
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Soldier welcomes young Olah
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Olim receiving their Teudat Oleh one hour after arrival in Israel.
References
- ^ Nefesh B'Nefesh's mission statement
- ^ article on orthodox union website emphasizing Nefesh B'Nefesh's Family focus
- ^ Nefesh B'Nefesh offers services directed to students and singles
- ^ http://www.urlesque.com/2009/12/03/hanukkah-flash-mob/
- ^ Feeling the beat, By YAEL BRYGEL, Jerusalem Post, June 3, 2009 [1]
- ^ December 1, 2009, Smooth-E’s Jewtronic Music-Making, By Ryan Torok, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, [2]
- ^ December 1, 2009 Smooth-E’s Jewtronic Music-Making, By Ryan Torok, Jewish Journal of Los Angeles, [3]
- ^ [4]
http://www.nefeshbnefesh.org/news/2003_news/miami_herald.htm