Personal Stories

Uncover the hidden narratives and vibrant legacy of the Jewish community. Explore the personal journeys shared below.

Written Narratives

Yemenite Oral History Collection

In their own words

Oral Histories from Yemen

JIMENA has recorded the memories of Jews from across the Middle East and North Africa. These interviews with Jews from Yemen tell of the communities they grew up in and the journeys that followed.

Margalit Oved

Aden. The 1947 pogrom and a life in dance.

Yehuda Tassa

Yemenite filigree and his parents' journey to the Land of Israel.

Etti Tassa

The henna ceremony of Yemenite Jewish brides.

Mally Mazal Davidoff

Jerusalem. An emissary during Operation Magic Carpet.

Eliezer Jehassi

Herzliya. Remembering Operation Magic Carpet.

Ravid Kahalani

Musician and founder of the band Yemen Blues.

Watch the oral histories from Yemen →

Explore JIMENA's full oral history collection →

Timeline of Jewish Presence

View chronological details of Jewish life and presence in Yemen.

Explore More