Laura Ben-David

Laura Ben-David is an award-winning photographer whose love of Israel and adventure fuels her photos - and her talks. Author, bridge-builder, settler, lover of life.

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Laura Ben-David lives her passions which include Israel, the Jewish people & humanity. A prolific writer & photographer, she uses her craft to share her loves and to build bridges between peoples. Originally from NY, she made aliyah from Florida in 2002. Laura is the author of the book, 'Moving Up: An Aliyah Journal'. She can usually be found on an adventure somewhere, collecting stories to share.

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Lost & Hidden Jewish Communities: Bnei Menashe

Take a virtual journey with Bnei Menashe, an exotic group of Jews from India. Be inspired by their incredible odyssey to Israel & their resilience amid recent challenges. See their spirit as 1000s endured evacuations, 100s serve in the IDF, and some made the ultimate sacrifice. A multimedia presentation with beautiful photographs and personal anecdotes brings this powerful experience to life.

Israel Inspired: A Photographic Journey

See Israel like never before, through the eyes, lens and unique perspective of award-winning photographer Laura Ben-David. On this inspirational, photographic adventure, explore the mystery and history of Israel; the land, the people, the culture... the controversy. Explore the beauty and excitement through Laura's lens, anecdotes and fresh approach.

Seeing coexistence through a different lens

A creative, unique perspective on Israel and the challenges of coexistence between Jewish Israelis and Palestinian Arabs. Presented through both words and stirring photographs.

Confessions of a Nuanced Settler

Find out why an open-minded American immigrant to Israel chose to make her home in a 'settlement' in Judea. Hear some rather surprising - and entertaining - stories, anecdotes and opinions about her experiences with Israelis and Palestinians through the prism of life in Israel as a 'settler'.

Israel Advocacy in the world of Social Media

What's true and what's false? Why is it so challenging for Israel to tell its story and be heard? Regardless of our perspective or politics, what can we do about it?

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We want to give a very special thank you for the outstanding presentation you gave. We had feedback from several people commending us for having such an interesting & important program, but the credit is all yours. Watching our members' faces you clearly had their complete attention. The photographs we're so touching and memorable.
— Marlene Werner, Programming Co-Chair, Emunah Na'avah Tehilla , Jerusalem

Thank you again for the wonderful program last night! It was such a pleasure having you here and our community members truly enjoyed your beautiful presentation. We have heard many positive comments and I think the evening will prove beneficial for both your organization and ours. I was personally quite touched by your heartfelt explanation of the work that you do. May it continue.
— Heather Lewin, Director of Development, Jewish Federation of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma

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