ASSAF

Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Israel

There are about 30,000 African refugees and asylum seekers (including their children) living in Israel. They fled atrocities and persecution in their countries of origin - but in Israel the authorities mistreat them and deny them status and rights.

Additionally about 23,000 Ukrainian citizens live in Israel, about 11,000 of whom fled with their children to Israel since the start of the war in Ukraine.

Refugees and Asylum seekers are an integral part of Israeli society. We are committed to fight for their right to a life of dignity, security, inclusion and equality in Israel.

ASSAF's Youth Club

Reception

Youth Club

Public advocacy

2022 in Numbers

7568 hours

Volunteering for Refugees

1915

Refugees & Asylum Seekers Supported

100

Meetings & Actions With Policy Makers

~250k NSH

Total Worth of Humanitarian Support

"ASSAF has opened my eyes. At first I felt like my hands and feet were tied. But at ASSAF I received guidance and advice, and was shown what could be done. They helped me find my way"

R. from Eritrea, mother of two

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News and Updates

ASSAF activity report 2024

31.03.2025

Asylum-seeking, refugee women in Israel endure higher poverty rates and exploitation – report

20.03.2025, THE JERUSALEM POST

Forum of Refugee and Asylum Seeker Organizations in Israel, Statement of Opinion Concerning legislative proposals that endanger the lives of asylum seekers and refugees living in Israel

March 2025, Shahar Mandil Parliament and Government relations, Refugee Rights Forum, Refugee Rights Forum