Conflict in the Middle East: What should I know about supporting team members during the conflict?

During times of geopolitical conflict, it’s important to act with care, clarity, and empathy. This article gives a high-level overview of how Remote can support you and your team members during this crisis.

Our operations are currently unaffected.

Remote is actively supporting customers and team members in Israel with the following:

• Mobility and relocation: We cab help members by providing information about visa-free travel and remote work compliance. This support extends to our contractors as well.
• Payroll and Payments continuity: We're processing all salaries and payments for EOR and Contractor Management.
• Leave guidance: We provide support for paid or unpaid leave arrangements, based on the circumstances and client discretion.
• Relocation and immigration: While humanitarian resettlement programs aren't currently available, we're monitoring developments and can guide you through standard relocation procedures.

During this period, Remote’s key commitments are:

• Maintaining stable operations and support for teams in Israel
• Providing clear and timely updates as the situation evolves
• Prioritizing team member safety by encouraging all to follow:
• • Local emergency and evacuation orders
  • Movement restrictions and curfews
  • Road closure notices and shelter-in-place directives

We strongly advise team members and our clients to:

• Stay in regular contact with each other and share updates about their safety and availability
• Follow local guidelines, emergency and evacuation orders
• Reach out to Remote via live messaging if there are any concerns

Here are some key resources to guide you:

• Emergency Travel Information for Israeli Passport Holders: Visa-Free Countries
• Remote working guidance for EOR employees in Israel
• What employment protections and compensation apply during security situations or reserve duty in Israel?
• Can Remote support relocation?
• Is there mental health support available for EOR employees in Israel?
• How to support your team members during disruptive world events

If you're unsure what applies to your team member’s situation please reach out to us.