Mequon Torah Center
Invites you to join us for our extraordinary
Summer series of Fireside chats.
Thursday July 24, 7:00 PM
Neo-Nazi To Jew-Lover
Experience the raw telling of Fran Meeink's descent into America's Nazi underground and his ultimate triumph over hatred and addiction.
Frank Meeink is a renowned speaker, author, and activist, widely recognized for
his efforts in combating racial hatred and extremism. Meeink is the author of
"Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead," and his story has been featured in
numerous documentaries and news outlets, including Steven Spielberg’s "Why
We Hate," and on major networks such as CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, MTV, VH1,
BET, and NPR, highlighting his expertise and experiences in the field of hate
group dynamics and reform.
In addition to his literary contributions, Meeink has been an active voice in
community outreach and education. He has spoken widely about his
experiences, and co-founded “Life After Hate,” an organization dedicated to
helping individuals leave extremist groups. His journey took a profound turn
when he discovered his Jewish heritage, leading him to convert to Judaism and
reinforcing his commitment to promote love over hate.
Recognized for his impactful work, Meeink received the Civil Rights Hero of the
Year award from the Anti-Defamation League in 2016. His testimony before the
United States Congress on the infiltration of white supremacy in police
departments further underscores his commitment to societal change and his
role as a leading figure in the fight against racism and extremism.
Thursday July 10, 7:00 PM
Courage Amid Chaos
From Miniskirt to Hijab: A Girl in Revolutionary Iran
With Jacqueline Saper
Award winning author, TEDx speaker, Op Ed columnist and translator, Jacqueline Saper was born in Tehran to a Mizrachi Iranian father and an Ashkenazi British mother. She witnessed the civil unrest of the 1979 Iranian Revolution. She lived in the Islamic Republic for eight years, maturing from a teenager to a mother during its most volatile times, including the Iran-Iraq war.
Fluent in Farsi and English, she draws from personal experience to speak on Iranian history and politics, women’s rights, religious freedom, and the immigrant experience, bringing a human voice to political headlines.
Books will be available for purchase.