Laura Wert
Vice President
Peace of Art International
Social-science professional with experience across the Middle East in education, advocacy and communications, working to strengthen cross-cultural dialogue, community-building and human connection.
Human Connection as a Foundation for Peace
Laura Wert is the Vice President of Peace of Art International. Her work centers on cross-cultural dialogue, community-building and the belief that meaningful human connection can create stronger foundations for peace.
With experience in education, advocacy and communications across the Middle East, Laura brings an international and interdisciplinary perspective to Peace of Art's strategic development.
At Peace of Art, she supports strategic planning and communication efforts that highlight the power of creativity, collaboration and dialogue in fostering understanding across diverse communities.
Social Sciences & International Perspective
Laura's academic background in social sciences supports her work in communication, advocacy, community engagement and cross-cultural understanding.
Social Sciences
University of Freiburg
GermanyWorking Across the Middle East
Laura has worked across the Middle East in education, advocacy and communications, with particular experience in Palestine, Lebanon and Yemen.
Education & Engagement
Experience contributing to work grounded in education, local engagement and cross-cultural understanding.
Advocacy & Communication
Experience engaging with diverse communities through advocacy, communication and community-based approaches.
International Experience
Regional experience strengthening her understanding of the social, cultural and political realities shaping conflict-affected communities.
Dialogue Through Human Connection
Laura's work is grounded in the idea that sustainable peace is built through relationships. She emphasizes dialogue, mutual understanding and community-building as essential elements in overcoming social and cultural divides.
Building Understanding Across Communities
Her approach focuses on creating spaces in which people from different cultural and social backgrounds can connect, communicate and develop shared understanding through respectful exchange.
Strategy, Communication & Collaboration
As Vice President of Peace of Art International, Laura contributes to the organization's strategic planning, international positioning and communication.
Strategic Planning
Supporting long-term organizational thinking, priorities and international development.
Communications
Helping communicate Peace of Art's work, values and impact clearly across diverse audiences.
Cross-Cultural Dialogue
Bringing an international perspective to programs that promote understanding across communities.
Collaboration
Supporting partnerships and approaches built on creativity, trust and shared purpose.
Connecting Strategy With Community
Cross-Cultural Dialogue
Strategic Planning
Communications
Advocacy
Education
Community Building
Peace Begins With Understanding
Laura's work reflects a belief that peaceful societies are strengthened when people are able to see beyond differences, communicate openly and build relationships across cultural and social boundaries.