Activist and journalist Louis Ahmad shares his journey from radical Islamic influence to a leading role in fighting antisemitism. The lecture focuses on the power of critical thinking, the importance of interfaith understanding, and overcoming social divisions. Audiences will have a unique opportunity to hear a powerful message of hope and reconciliation from a man who has experienced both sides of the conflict.
Louis Ahmed Louis is a 32-year-old Yemeni-born activist and journalist who offers a rare and ground-level perspective on one of the critical issues of our time. Louis grew up in an environment of extreme Islamist influence, embarked on a courageous journey of renouncing extremism, and became a leading voice in the fight against antisemitism and extremism. Today, with a global community of over 700,000 followers, Louis is a prominent speaker at the United Nations, the European Parliament, and leading international media outlets. His story is not just about liberation — it addresses the power of critical thinking, the importance of interfaith dialogue, and the urgent need to challenge the narratives that divide us. A unique 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 live translation to Hebrew.