
Lecture by Louis Ahmed on leaving extremism and hope, on 22/11/2026 at 20:30 at the Beit Shemesh Cultural Hall. In English with Hebrew translation.
From Hatred to Hope: The Story of Louai Ahmed
Louai Ahmed, a 32-year-old Yemen-born activist and journalist, offers a rare, on-the-ground perspective on one of the most critical issues of our time. Louai grew up in an environment influenced by extreme Islamism, embarked on a courageous journey away from extremism, and became a leading voice in the fight against antisemitism and extremism.
Today, with a global community of more than 700,000 followers, Louai is a prominent speaker at the United Nations, the European Parliament, and leading international media outlets.
His story is not only about liberation—it is about the power of critical thinking, the importance of interfaith closeness, and the urgent need to challenge the narratives that divide us.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear a powerful message of hope and reconciliation from someone who has truly lived on both sides of the divide.
The lecture is in English, with simultaneous, real-time translation into Hebrew.
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