Resources
WhatsApp and Telegram Groups for Olim
Community groups can be the fastest way to find an apartment lead, a second-hand cot, a doctor recommendation, a Shabbat meal, or someone who understands your exact bureaucracy problem.
Directory policy
This page intentionally avoids publishing private invite links without permission. Public links should be listed only after moderator approval.
For now, use it as a taxonomy for the groups IsraYeah! should curate and keep updated.
Categories to curate
- General olim by city
- Job search and networking
- Buying, selling, and free stuff
- Parents and schools
- Religious communities
- Lone soldier support
- Hobbies and sports
- Hebrew practice
Submission process
Group admins can email IsraYeah! with group name, city, topic, public/invite-only status, moderation rules, and preferred contact method.
Listings should be reviewed regularly to avoid stale, spammy, or unsafe groups.
Something missing?
Send corrections, lived experience, or source updates to israyeah@thesmios.com. IsraYeah! pages are meant to stay useful after launch.