MA’AVARIM (Hebrew for TRANSITIONS)

Ma’avarim promotes economic development in rural communities across Israel. Established to address the complex employment challenges faced by various underserved communities in Israel’s geographic periphery, the program helps residents of rural communities adapt to the changes necessary for successful integration into today’s job market.

Ma’avarim operates seven regional employment centers that are professionally managed by Be-Atzmi and led by the Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services in collaboration with regional councils.

The Ma’avarim model adopts a comprehensive approach to employment, combining regional economic characteristics with employment practices. For each region we formulate employment policies, pool resources and recruit local forces.

Ma’avarim’s centers are in:

• The Western Negev
• The Northern Negev
• Carmel Menashe
• Ma’ayanot Kinneret
• The Western Galilee
• Migdal HaEmek
• The Galilee Panhandle

“I signed the contract today and start work on Sunday. And I got to this job thanks to Ma’avarim. Thank you for your coaching, for always being professional, sensitive and optimistic on my behalf. Unlike employment agencies, I could turn to Ma’avarim every time I applied for a job: it is a place where people know me, and they were always kind and helpful. Thank you so much for your patience, for your encouragement and support. I’ve gotten to know you well, and you are truly doing G-d’s work.”