Mariela Shaker
A motivational speaker and award winning violinist who was able to transform tragedy into triumph speaking all over the world.
Reviews
"I cannot thank you enough for your time and generosity on Monday night. The performance you gave was breathtaking and the stories you shared of your own experience as a refugee were an essential component to the evening’s success. Thank you for giving so generously of your talent"
Cate Blanchett
Actress
"Mariela, you brought us to tears with the beauty of your music and purpose. We are in awe and can’t thank you enough for such a beautiful, heartfelt performance at our Conference in Detroit. You inspired so many. Thank you!"
Tracy Hoover
CEO Chair
Points of Light
"I was touched by your willingness to discuss a difficult and emotional topic with eloquent and grace. You helped demonstrate how important it is for the United States to accept and help Syrian refugees. The US has only begun to benefit from the talents you brought to our country."
Richard J. Durbin
US Senator
US Goverment
"Mariela was FABULOUS! The girls and the faculty alike absolutely loved her and she was a definite inspiration to all."
Linda Tonetti Dugan
Assembly Coordinator
The Ellis School
"Your performance was just beautiful. Quite extraordinary. Mariela, you play every single note with your entire being. We can see you feel the music from head to toe. Amazing! Thank you so very much for gracing us with your gifts. "
Jennifer Abraham
Goodwill Ambassador Team
UNHCR
"You were a sensation. You were all that we hoped you would be — mesmerizing, enriching and brilliant. Your music moved so many to tears and your passion was evident in your words and your notes. My fondest wish is that we will meet again."
Eileen Shield West
Chair
Refugees International
About Mariela Shaker
Mariela survived the war in Syria in 2013 after receiving a scholarship to continue her music studies in the US. Mariela was named a “Champion of Change” by President Barack Obama in 2015 and was appointed UNHCR High Profile Supporter. Since then she received many awards such as Anne Frank first ever Promisekeeper Award in 2018 and Points of Light Award in 2017. She performed at over than 80 prestigious venues all over the world along with Cate Blanchett, Ben Stiller, Angelina Jolie, and many others.
Speaking
Speaking engagement:
Keynote | Conference Speaker, Entertainer
Expertise:
Humor | Entertainment | Arts, Leadership, Motivation | Achievement | Inspiration, Performance | Change | Productivity, Public Speaking | Storytelling, Politics | Government | World Affairs, Science | College | Universities
Field of Speaker:
Politicians
Best Audience:
Academics, Adults, Csuite/ Executives, Diverse, Nonprofit, Seniors, Women, Young Professionals/Young Talent
Travels from:
United Kingdom
Language:
English, Arabic
Fee range:
from $6000 up to $10000
Topics
Mariela’s Life Story; Tragedy and Triumph
Mariela will take you on her journey from Aleppo to the US describing the struggle she endured and the success she achieved. In addition to the story, Mariela will perform her violin and touch the hearts of her audience.
Music for peace, advocacy and social change
Mariela will be speaking about the great role of music in our life to create a change and inspire change makers to take actions. She will demonstrate this through her violin and powerful words
Media
News
Woman's Day
A review about Mariela's story and her American mother (professor in the US)
Reviews
Cate Blanchett
ActressI cannot thank you enough for your time and generosity on Monday night. The performance you gave was breathtaking and the stories you shared of your own experience as a refugee were an essential component to the evening’s success. Thank you for giving so generously of your talent
Tracy Hoover
CEO Chair, Points of LightMariela, you brought us to tears with the beauty of your music and purpose. We are in awe and can’t thank you enough for such a beautiful, heartfelt performance at our Conference in Detroit. You inspired so many. Thank you!
Richard J. Durbin
US Senator, US GovermentI was touched by your willingness to discuss a difficult and emotional topic with eloquent and grace. You helped demonstrate how important it is for the United States to accept and help Syrian refugees. The US has only begun to benefit from the talents you brought to our country.