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Dr Zafra Lerman, President, The Malta Conferences Foundation

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Dr Zafra Lerman, President, The Malta Conferences Foundation
  • Dr. Lerman is the president of the Malta Conferences Foundation, which uses science diplomacy as a bridge to peace in the Middle East.
  • She was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by a member of the US Congress and a member of the French Parliament. 
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    Dr. Zafra Lerman, Nobel Peace Prize nominee and President of the Malta Conferences Foundation, shares how her journey from chemist to global peace advocate shaped a powerful model of science diplomacy—uniting scientists across conflict zones to build trust, education, and lasting peace.

    00:35- About Dr Zafra Lerman
    • Dr. Lerman is the president of the Malta Conferences Foundation, which uses science diplomacy as a bridge to peace in the Middle East.
    • She was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by a member of the US Congress and a member of the French Parliament. 
    • She’s an author of a book titled Human Rights and Peace: A Personal Odyssey.
      • 12:51- What role have women scientists played in advancing the foundation’s mission?
      • Women scientists gradually grew from a tiny minority to a strong presence, overcoming cultural and travel barriers in the Middle East.
      • They created a dedicated women’s forum to openly discuss professional challenges and support one another’s success.
      • Their unity and activism strengthened the conference community, forming a powerful sisterhood that now plays a central role in the foundation’s mission.
        • 18:11- What shaped your ability to balance personal risk with a commitment to human rights and peace?
        • Early struggles as a single mother and immigrant taught her resilience and the importance of standing by her values despite personal hardship.
        • A deep lifelong commitment to human rights and peace guided her choices, even when resources and support were limited.
        • Determination to give her son a better life reinforced her belief that individuals — especially those facing adversity — can still contribute to making the world a better place.

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          • Dr. Lerman is the president of the Malta Conferences Foundation, which uses science diplomacy as a bridge to peace in the Middle East.
          • She was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by a member of the US Congress and a member of the French Parliament. 
          • She’s an author of a book titled Human Rights and Peace: A Personal Odyssey.

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