Join us for a unique dialog event: Hamza Howidy (on the right), a Palestinian activist and journalist from Gaza who speaks candidly about his experiences with Hamas and is now committed to dialogue with Israelis, and Shay Dashevsky (on the left), who was born in Israel.
Together, they demonstrate how personal stories and interpersonal relationships can challenge prejudices, fight extremism, and broaden horizons.
A Q&A with the speakers will follow.
Shay Dashevsky is the project manager of „I Am From Israel, Ask Me Anything“ and a key contributor to „Voices from Gaza and Israel“. Through his work, Shay is committed to combating extremism by creating spaces for honest conversation and human connection.
Hamza Howidy
Hamza Howidy is a peace advocate and community leader committed to dialogue, coexistence, and social progress. He has been actively involved in efforts to counter extremism, including taking a stand against Hamas during past conflicts in Gaza. Through his work, Hamza continues to promote empathy, understanding, and constructive solutions in regions affected by division and violence.
Moderation: Library Manager Martha Ganter
Where?
Heinrich-Schulz-Bibliothek
Otto-Suhr-Allee 98, 10585 Berlin
When?
Friday, 12/9/2025
6PM
Der Inhalt auf Deutsch:
„Voices of Palestine and Israel“ ist ein dialogisches Format, in dem zwei Menschen mit eindrücklichen persönlichen Geschichten ins Gespräch kommen. Im Anschluss hat das Publikum die Möglichkeit, sich durch Fragen aktiv einzubringen. Die Dialogpartner sind Hamza Howidy, ein palästinensischer Aktivist und Journalist aus Gaza, der offen über seine Erfahrungen mit der Hamas spricht und sich derzeit für den Dialog mit Israelis engagiert; und der in Israel geborene Shay Dashevsky. Gemeinsam zeigen sie, wie persönliche Geschichten und zwischenmenschliche Beziehungen Vorurteile hinterfragen und den Horizont erweitern können.
