From Tehran to Tel Aviv – and Beyond
From Tehran to Tel Aviv – and Beyond
Born in Tehran and raised in Israel from the age of 12, Sarit Ben Shimol has reinvented herself time and again — as an immigrant, a mother of four, and today as a public speaker, coach, and DEI consultant. Her life’s journey — marked by cultural adaptation, resilience, and deep transformation — is at the heart of her mission: helping others feel seen, safe, and proud of who they are.
Sarit Ben Shimol is a DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) consultant, public speaker, and personal coach based in Israel. She is married and a proud mother of four, including a transgender son. Her personal journey of adaptation and identity is deeply interwoven with her professional mission: creating inclusive spaces for individuals, families, and organizations.
Sarit is the former CEO of Pride of Lionesses, a national Israeli support organization for parents of transgender youth. Today, she collaborates with high-tech companies, commercial organizations, municipalities, and public systems — including education, healthcare, and social welfare — to promote equity, belonging, and visibility.
She facilitates monthly support groups for parents of transgender youth and runs a private coaching practice that supports LGBTQ+ individuals and their families through identity exploration, life transitions, and family dialogue. Sarit also trains professionals and speaks at conferences about inclusive communication, emotional leadership, and family-centered DEI practices.
As a proud mother, Sarit brings a rare combination of personal insight and professional tools to every talk, workshop, and consultation. Her voice bridges cultures, generations, and communities — inspiring empathy, growth, and genuine connection.
Proud Mom
Sarit’s most requested and beloved talk, Proud Mom, offers a rare, emotional, and empowering perspective on parenting, identity, and love.
This heartfelt and powerful talk invites audiences into the emotional and transformative journey of parenting a transgender child in a Jewish-Israeli home. Through personal storytelling, Sarit opens space for honest dialogue about fear, love, faith, and family — and what it truly means to embrace someone for who they are.
Key themes:
- LGBTQ+ inclusion in Jewish and family contexts
- Parenting through transition and uncertainty
- From fear to pride: navigating change with love
Building bridges between personal identity and community belonging
Tehran. Tel Aviv. Transformation.
A personal and inspiring talk about navigating identity, belonging, and reinvention across cultures and life stages — from a childhood in Iran to building an inclusive voice in Israel and beyond.
Key themes:
- Resilience and cultural transition
- Jewish identity and immigration
- Empowerment through storytelling
- Cross-cultural empathy and belonging
Talk Formats & Custom Options
Sarit is available for:
- Keynote lectures
- Fireside chats
- Panel participation
- Parent or professional workshops
- Intimate community conversations
- Storytelling events
All sessions are customizable to meet the audience and context
