Social Awareness in Israel: Yvel Jewelry

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On your next visit to Israel consider a memorable visit to Yvel Jewelry and The Megemeria School and Craft Center. This organization is a very successful jewelry school and factory for the Ethiopian community, embodying a new model of corporate social responsibility in Jerusalem.

The Yvel Story

Yvel is an Israeli, award winning, luxury jewelry brand, recognized worldwide for its distinctive creations featuring nature’s most treasured resources. Founded by Orna and Isaac Levy in 1986, Yvel has a rich history of cultivating fine jewelry. Watch the video to learn more:

The Megemeria School of Jewelry & Art was established by Orna and Isaac Levy in 2010 in an effort to better the lives of Ethiopian immigrants to Israel. During your visit you can observe the students at work and have the opportunity to purchase the unique handcrafted jewelry to help support the continuation of the school.

You will also be welcomed to the recently launched Megemeria Craft Center where you can explore the life, culture, story and journey of Ethiopian Jewry and enjoy an authentic traditional coffee ceremony.

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Kim Goldberg

I’m an artist, graphic designer and art director in Des Moines, IA with 28+ years of design, project management and art experience. I worked at Gallup as a Senior Design Consultant (17 year tenure) then at Ervin & Smith Advertising & PR as a Senior Art Director. I started my own design business in 2009 where I continue to collaborate with a diverse group of clients from around the world.