Maya Sham
Maya Sham is a young Israeli woman who gained international attention after being held hostage in Gaza for 55 days. Her harrowing experience included being shot and enduring severe conditions while in captivity. After her release, she became an advocate for the other hostages still held, emphasizing the importance of hope and resilience. Through her public speaking engagements and media appearances, she has shared her story and inspired many, while also addressing her own traumatic recovery journey.
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Maya Sham attended the festival wearing a pin for hostages.
המתלבשים המצטיינים של פסטיבל קאן 2025
Israel· 2025-05-25
Maya Sham revealed on stage the trauma from captivity that was triggered by the assault.
נתניהו: צוות המו"מ פועל למיצוי כל סיכוי לעסקהIsrael· 2025-05-18
Maya Sham shared her traumatic experiences after being released from captivity.
אמא של ענבר הימן נאמה בגרון חנוק, עידן אלכסנדר צפה במחאות מהשבי: "נתן כוח לשרוד"Israel· 2025-05-17
Maya Sham's case demonstrates how women are used as tools in the political war against Palestinians.
לא לראשונה בהיסטוריה אונס משמש ככלי פוליטיIsrael· 2025-05-05Maya Sham is a survivor of captivity who has been supported by Odia during her ordeal.
"ניגנתי שיר ליוצרים מהמצליחים בארץ והם אמרו לי 'זה שיר גרוע'. לקחתי ללב"Israel· 2025-04-13
Maya Sham, a survivor, was present at the women's empowerment celebration.
בשמלה שחורה צמודה: קרין גורן לוהטת!Israel· 2025-03-07
Maya Sham was held captive for 450 days and became a symbol of hope for others during her ordeal.
"הילדות שלי הכינה אותי לשבי בעזה"Israel· 2025-03-03
