Survived To Tell

On October 7th our lives changed forever. Our mission is to spread the stories about those who have survived to tell
BE THE WITNESS

Experience a ground breaking virtual reality journey unveiling the remarkable stories of five survivors of the October 7 massacre. Witness their extraordinary resilience and unwavering courage in the face of the unimaginable.

Our Witnesses

If you could ask a survivor of October 7 anything, what would you ask? Click on the witness’ image and ask them a question through interactive AI

Nimrod Palmach

Millet Ben Haim

Ofir Engel

Remo Alhuziyel

Mazal Tazazo

Developed in collaboration with Memory Workers and produced by Stephen D. Smith, USC Shoah Foundation Executive Director Emeritus
Survived To Tell
 On Campus

Our delegations offer face-to-face, unfiltered encounters with October 7 survivors. Students will meet individuals who have overcome profound hardships and understand the importance of sharing their stories, fostering empathy, dialogue and lasting connections that will inspire them.

What To Expect?

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Be The Witness VR Program
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Remembrance Events
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Panel Discussions
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Round Tables
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Interactive Workshops
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Intimate Survivor Testimonies

Bring Them Home

Today, there are still over 101 hostages, including women, children, men and the elderly, held against their will in Gaza.

Bring Them Home delegations play a crucial role in supporting families of the hostages by facilitating essential meetings with policymakers, officials, media, and influencers to amplify awareness and advocate for the hostages’ release.

‘Mekimi’ - "Be The Witness" Visitor Center

“מְקִימִי מֵעָפָר דָּל מֵאַשְׁפֹּת יָרִים אֶבְיוֹן”
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The ‘Mekimi’ Visitor Center offers a unique journey into pivotal moments of Israeli and Jewish history through immersive VR technology. Despite the area’s ongoing restoration, our center vividly brings to life the human stories of October 7th through a 40-minute experience from the perspectives of five brave survivors, fostering deep understanding and empathy.

Beyond historical exploration, the center actively supports the socio-economic development of the Gaza Envelope, revitalizing the community by engaging local youth and enhancing social and educational programs.

 

Visit us to experience history like never before and contribute to an impactful community initiative

Our Impact

On October 9th 2023, just two days after a wave of upheaval swept through Israel, we launched an Instagram page under the name ‘survived.to.tell‘ which aimed to unearth the harrowing and powerful stories of survivors, ultimately amplifying their voices on a global stage.
Amassing a significant following, this platform has emerged as a beacon of truth and resilience. It transcends geographical boundaries, making a profound impact worldwide and connecting with individuals by offering testimonies in multiple languages.

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125,000
Witnesses
11
Countries
15
Delegations

Survived To Tell 
In The Media

Be The Witness- Click The Article To Read

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‘Going Into Battle’: Israeli major officer recounts fighting against 30 Hamas terrorists
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Israel-Is CEO visits Australia to combat antisemitism
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We want you to feel the shock we felt - Experience October 7 from the eyes of the survivors

On Campus

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‘Going Into Battle’: Israeli major officer recounts fighting against 30 Hamas terrorists
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Israel-Is CEO visits Australia to combat antisemitism
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Israel music festival survivors tell their stories at Florida Atlantic University
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Survivors of October 7 attack launch 'Survived to Tell' US tour

Bring Them Home

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Advocating for hostages in the streets of Chicago - opinion
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Candlelight vigil on Capitol Hill - feature
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A mother's courage: Renana's 12-hour journey to bring her kidnapped sons home

Upcoming Events

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Survived To Tell - Be The Witness #2 launching event
June 2th-4th, 2024
New York
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Survived To Tell - Be The Witness #1 launching event
May 6th-9th, 2024
London
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Survived To Tell - On Campus #2 delegation
April 9th-20th, 2024
California, Arizona, Colorado
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Survived To Tell - On Campus #2 delegation
April 9th-20th, 2024
California, Arizona, Colorado
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Survived To Tell - On Campus #2 delegation
April 9th-20th, 2024
California, Arizona, Colorado

Contact Us​

For any subject: STT@israel-is.org

For inquiries about the visitor center: dar@israel-is.org

For media inquiries: Media@israel-is.org

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