Sheryl Sandberg to Present Documentary on Gender-Based Violence by Hamas

Renowned former COO of and founder of LeanIn.org, Sheryl Sandberg, is set to present a documentary shedding light on the gender-based violence committed by Hamas.

Documentary Details

The documentary, titled Screams Before Silence, is produced by Israeli doc maker Kastina Communications and will focus on the experiences of women and girls who were victims of rape, assault, and mutilation during a brutal rampage of gender-based violence.

Content and Release Date

The one-hour documentary is scheduled to launch in April and will feature interviews with released hostages, eyewitnesses, first responders, and medical and forensic experts who were involved in the October 7 Hamas attack at the Supernova Music Festival.

Advocacy and Action

Sheryl Sandberg has been actively advocating for justice for the victims and calling for accountability for the perpetrators of these crimes. She has spoken at the UN and met with government leaders in the UK, France, and Germany to push for international investigation into Hamas' actions as crimes against humanity.

Production and Distribution

The documentary is being produced with funding from philanthropists Carol and Joey Low and is under discussion for international distribution. The production of the documentary began shortly after Sandberg was approached by philanthropist Carol and Joey Low and Meny Aviram, CEO of Kastina.

Significance of the Documentary

This documentary holds significant importance in shedding light on the gender-based violence perpetrated by Hamas and seeking justice for the victims. It also aims to bring attention to the need for international intervention and investigation into these crimes as crimes against humanity.