SAC-LHR | Rev. Majed El Shafie & Raheel Raza

Watch Live Here – Thursday August 8, 2024 @ 7:00 PM EST

* Kindly note, Rev. Majed El Shafie has replaced Donna Holbrook for this event

Join B’nai Brith Canada’s Special Advisory Council to the League for Human Rights (SAC-LHR), chaired by Dr. Aubrey Zidenberg, on Thursday, August 8 at 7:00 PM EDT for a captivating virtual event!

Prepare to be enthralled by two inspirational speakers: Rev. Majed El Shafie,  human rights advocate and founder of One Free World International (OFWI), and Raheel Raza, renowned journalist, author, and advocate for human rights and interfaith dialogue. 

Rev. Majed El Shafie, originally from Egypt, embarked on his human rights journey after facing severe torture and a death sentence for converting from Islam to Christianity and advocating against religious persecution. He fled Egypt on a jet ski, finding refuge in Israel, where he experienced freedom for the first time.

Raheel Raza is an internationally acclaimed speaker and advocate, known for her courageous stand against extremism and radicalization. As the author of “Their Jihad… Not My Jihad,” she has inspired countless individuals with her insights into interfaith harmony and her unwavering commitment to human rights.

Skilfully moderated by B’nai Brith’s very own Richard Robertson, Director of Research and Advocacy, expect a night of lively discussion, deep insights, and compelling conversations that will leave you inspired and informed. Whether you’re passionate about politics, media, or the shifting dynamics of our society, this is one fireside chat you won’t want to miss!

(Zoom registration for this event is full, please watch the livestream here)