Past Events
Monday, April 13, 2020
(Virtual)
Central Synagogue—Virtual Presentation | Beyond the Lens: Photography Bridging Divides
Join photojournalist Saskia Keeley for an afternoon virtual presentation on the possibility of reconciliation through photography workshops that unpack decades of fear through the simples acts of looking and listening. For four years in a row, she has conducted photo workshops, in collaboration with the organization, Freinds of Roots, to Orthodox Jewish Israeli and Palestinian women.’
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Duke Divinity School (map)
Beyond The Lens: Photography Bridging Divides
Join photojournalist Saskia Keeley for a luncheon presentation on the possibility of reconciliation through photography workshops that unpack decades of fear through the simples acts of looking and listening. Keeley currently works with Roots, which foster contact between Israeli and Palestinian women by taking portraits of each other.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
NYU Global Spiritual Life Room C95 (map)
Towards Reconciliation: Photography Workshops in the West Bank
In partnership with Roots, an initiative led by a Palestinian and Israeli committee working at the heart of the conflict, these workshops create an environment where women from both groups safely and informally interact with the other.
Looking through the camera fosters contact as women take portraits of each other in exploratory and intimate ways. Bringing out the humanity of others is the essence of the workshops, which support the engagement of each in the process of recognizing parallel lives and narratives.
Saskia's presentation includes poignant perspectives on the conflict from both Palestinian and Israeli points of view. The methodology of the photo workshops is illustrated with striking photos taken by the participants.
Sunday, November 17, 2019
Temple Israel of Hollywood (map)
TIOH (Temple Israel of Hollywood) Arts & Culture | BEYOND THE LENS: PHOTOGRAPHY BRIDGING DIVIDES | Israeli and Palestinian Women
Since 2015, photojournalist Saskia Keeley has conducted photography workshops in the West Bank for Palestinian and Israeli women and girls that promote dialogue and understanding between these two groups who would otherwise have no interaction. The purpose is twofold: to develop photographic skills and foster an environment where women can interact in a daily setting with “the other side.” In this illuminating talk, Keeley shares their uplifting and inspiring stories as well as their remarkable photographs.
Wednesday, November 13th
Lakewood Seward Park Community Club
Seattle Friends of Roots | BEYOND SIDES—TOWARDS RECONCILIATION | Israeli and Palestinian Women
Since 2015, photojournalist Saskia Keeley has conducted photography workshops in the West Bank for Palestinian and Israeli women and girls that promote dialogue and understanding between these two groups who would otherwise have no interaction. The purpose is twofold: to develop photographic skills and foster an environment where women can interact in a daily setting with “the other side.” In this illuminating talk, Keeley shares their uplifting and inspiring stories as well as their remarkable photographs.
Sunday, November 7, 2019 to Wednesday, January 15, 2020
The Museum of Tolerance (map)
The Museum of Tolerance | Mutuality
Swiss photographer, Saskia Keeley, runs photography workshops in which participants unpack decades of fear and bias through the simple yet profound acts of looking and listening. She is exploring where these workshops can be helpful in global conversations toward peace and coexistence. The workshops guide and teach participants to see members of different cultures and communities with clarity and compassion. Assigning each to photograph the other breaks barriers and provides the chance to literally see one another from a new perspective.Sunday, November 6th, 2019
UNIVERSITY HALL AHMANSON 1000 (map)
Loyola Marymount University | BEYOND SIDES—TOWARDS RECONCILIATION | Israeli and Palestinian Women
Since 2015, photojournalist Saskia Keeley has conducted photography workshops in the West Bank for Palestinian and Israeli women and girls that promote dialogue and understanding between these two groups who would otherwise have no interaction. The purpose is twofold: to develop photographic skills and foster an environment where women can interact in a daily setting with “the other side.” In this illuminating talk, Keeley shares their uplifting and inspiring stories as well as their remarkable photographs.
Monday, October 14, 2019
Refuge Dream Center
I Am Your Protector: A Story of Long Island Youth Through Photography
Monday, September 9, 2019
Washington University
Washington University | Beyond Sides Towards Reconciliation: Israeli and Palestinian Women
Join us for a special engagement with international photojournalist Saskia Keeley, who will present her experiences leading photography workshops that bridge the divide between Israeli and Palestinian women in the West Bank. Keeley will share how her workshops cultivate interconnectivity, respect, and empathy through the use of cameras and storytelling.
Event sponsors:
The Brown School
Clark-Fox Policy Institute
John C. Danforth Center on Religion And Politics
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Northeastern University (map)
Northeastern University | Beyond Sides Towards Reconciliation: Israeli and Palestinian Women
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
New York University
New York University (NYU)—Beyond Sides—Toward Reconciliation in Israel and Palestine
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Duke University (map)
Duke University—Beyond the Lens: Photography Bridging Divides
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Pico Union Project
The Pico Union Project welcomes back Saskia Keeley for the photo workshop I am Your Protector
Monday, January 14, 2019
Lycée Français de New York
Pico Union Project
I AM YOUR PROTECTOR—Pico Union Project welcomes Saskia Keeley back!
The Pico Union Project welcomes back Saskia Keeley for the photo workshop I am Your Protector
Monday, January 14, 2019
Lycée Français de New York
Panel | Seeking Resolution in Situations of Conflict: A Look at Innovative Approaches to Peacemaking
How do we transition from a state of war to a state of peace? Who are the actors involved? Which peacemaking strategies are most effective in helping to disentangle complicated situations of conflict? Diplomats, peacemaking experts, committed artists and journalists will share with us their views on these sensitive issues along with various innovative approaches to making long-lasting peace.
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Yale University
Yale University—Photography Workshops for Israeli Settler and Palestinian Women in the West Bank
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Malibu Presbytarian Church
Roots Non-Violence Workshops in the West Bank—Connect Hour—Malibu Presbyterian Church
Friday, October 26, 2018
Adat Ari El Synagogue
Adat Ari El Synagogue in Los Angeles | Beyond Sides—Towards Reconciliation
Open-air photography exhibition and presentation of photography workshops depicting Orthodox Jewish Israeli Settlers and Palestinian women in the West Bank.
Thursday, October 25, 2018
UCLA Hillel | Love Thy Neighbor: The Refugee Experience—The Dortort Center for Creativity in the Arts
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
The Dortort Center for Creativity in the Arts at UCLA Hillel
Tufts University | Beyond Sides: Towards Reconciliation | A Conversation with Photojournalist Saskia Keeley
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Tufts University (map)
Tufts University | Beyond Sides: Towards Reconciliation | A Conversation with Photojournalist Saskia Keeley
Centre Des Arts | Side by Side from Heaven to Earth: Rwanda and Idjwi Island, DRC—Ecole Internationale de Genève
Thursday, September 6, 2018
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (map)
Beyond Sides—Toward Reconciliation: Photography Workshops for Israeli Settler and Palestinian Women in the West Bank—John Jay College of Criminal Justice—New York City
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Borough of Manhattan Community College (map)
Dialogue and Transformation: Photography Workshops in the West Bank for Israeli and Palestinian Women—Borough of Manhattan Community College | CUNY
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Brandeis University (map)
Brandeis University (map)
Saskia Keeley: Powerful Visuals for Awareness and Hope—Brandeis University
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Yale University (map)
Yale University | Students for Peace Conference: Shifting Attitudes Surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Sunday, April 22, 2018
Yale University (map)
Dialogue and Transformation—Photography Exhibit of Israeli Settler and Palestinian Women -
Boston College | Dialogue and Transformation: Photography Workshops for Israeli and Palestinian Women in the West Bank
With New Eyes: An Interactive Photographic Journey Connecting People and Community One Shot at a Time—Pico Union Project
Boston College | Dialogue and Transformation: Photography Workshops for Israeli and Palestinian Women in the West Bank
Tufts University | Visions of Peace—Visuals for Awareness and Hope
