The program is implemented by Aliyah 2000 delegations, which included occupational psychologists from the guidance centers operated by the Employment Service and the Hadassah Institute. In 2000, six seminars were held for business entrepreneurship in Russia, as well as a seminar in Israel for businesswomen from Russia, which were held in cooperation with the Israel Department. This unique project relies on cooperation with the Small Businesses Association in Israel, and the Israel Entrepreneurs' Association, and is aimed at reaching people who do not come to the Jewish Agency's offices at their own initiative. The project includes a seminar for business entrepreneurship for potential olim - both businesspeople and investors. The project uses two models of seminars overseas, which include lectures, workshops, and individual counseling for each participant.
Training is done by knowledgeable and experienced lecturers.
The information center is available to participants for further personal guidance. In 2001, we are planning additional seminars throughout Russia, and continued contact with the women's group that visited Israel. This year we are planning to market the Aleh Project in Germany, Latin America and France. This project began operating successfully in Russia last year, and is carried out in cooperation with the Negev Academic College of Engineering. The college conducts a preparatory course in the country of origin, where young adults learn Hebrew, English and mathematics, and undergo social orientation prior to their aliyah.