Holocaust studies

FAU CEREMONIOUSLY BREAKS GROUND ON FUTURE KURT AND MARILYN WALLACH HOLOCAUST AND JEWISH STUDIES BUILDING

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Atlantic University ceremoniously broke ground on its future Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building today at its Boca Raton campus.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Atlantic University ceremoniously broke ground on its future Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building today at its Boca Raton campus.
  • "The first is to honor the memory of the more than 200 members of my husband's family that were murdered in the Holocaust.
  • Our world today is full of hate, and that is the breeding ground for the next Holocaust.
  • "We are honored and grateful for Kurt and Marilyn Wallach's enormous generosity," said FAU President John Kelly.

NCRF renews agreement with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
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On behalf of the National Court Reporters Foundation, we are so proud to have a renewed agreement with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to transcribe oral histories, said Early Langley, RMR, a freelance court reporter from Danville, Calif., who chairs NCRFs Board of Trustees.

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  • On behalf of the National Court Reporters Foundation, we are so proud to have a renewed agreement with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to transcribe oral histories, said Early Langley, RMR, a freelance court reporter from Danville, Calif., who chairs NCRFs Board of Trustees.
  • In order to remember this tragic time in history, we must understand the dire circumstances of these Holocaust victims.
  • NCRF and the Museum first partnered in 2014 to enlist the help of NCRA members to transcribe histories.
  • As alivingmemorial to the Holocaust, the Museum serves to inspire citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.

The Florida Holocaust Museum Releases Statement Following Antisemitic Attack Overnight

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
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Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Early this morning, The Florida Holocaust Museum learned it had been targeted by antisemitic vandals who painted swastikas upon its walls with the words, The Jews are guilty.

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  • Saint Petersburg, Florida, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Early this morning, The Florida Holocaust Museum learned it had been targeted by antisemitic vandals who painted swastikas upon its walls with the words, The Jews are guilty.
  • This act of hatred demonstrates that the work of the Florida Holocaust Museum is more important than ever, said Elizabeth Gelman, Executive Director of The Florida Holocaust Museum.
  • Michael Igel, Chairman of the Board, added: As the grandson of Holocaust survivors, this attack on the Museum is not just repugnant.
  • One of the largest Holocaust museums in the country, and one of three nationally accredited Holocaust museums, The Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of men, women and children who suffered or died in the Holocaust.

#ItStartedWithWords Survivor-Led Campaign To Kick Off "Liberation75," A Global Gathering Of Holocaust Survivors, Educators, Leaders

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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Over the course of five days, beginning May 4, 2021 Liberation75 will bring together thousands of people from around the world committed to fighting antisemitism and racism, and continuing Holocaust education and remembrance.

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  • Over the course of five days, beginning May 4, 2021 Liberation75 will bring together thousands of people from around the world committed to fighting antisemitism and racism, and continuing Holocaust education and remembrance.
  • Liberation75 will kick off with a global moment of sharing the #ItStartedWithWords campaign video.
  • Their dedication to this work is an inspiration to all of us.
  • they yelled; and we learn how Shraga Milstein and his father reacted as they endured jeers while they walked down the street in their neighborhood.

"It Started With Words" - Holocaust Survivors Give Stunning Testimonies To Mark Holocaust Remembrance Day

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
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"The Holocaust started with words," said Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference.

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  • "The Holocaust started with words," said Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference.
  • These words alienated, belittled, and shocked; but worse, these words gave birth to the horrific massacre of six million Jews.
  • The #ItStartedWithWords campaign will show through first-hand survivor testimony that the Holocaust didn't come out of nowhere.
  • So, it's important for younger generations to hear their stories and learn about the events that led up to the Holocaust.

"It Started With Words" - Holocaust Survivors Give Stunning Testimonies To Mark Holocaust Remembrance Day

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
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"The Holocaust started with words," said Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference.

Key Points: 
  • "The Holocaust started with words," said Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference.
  • These words alienated, belittled, and shocked; but worse, these words gave birth to the horrific massacre of six million Jews.
  • The #ItStartedWithWords campaign will show through first-hand survivor testimony that the Holocaust didn't come out of nowhere.
  • So, it's important for younger generations to hear their stories and learn about the events that led up to the Holocaust.

Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations to Receive United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's 2021 Elie Wiesel Award

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Friday, March 26, 2021
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WASHINGTON, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will confer its highest honor, the Elie Wiesel Award , on Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and the US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations (OSI, now the Human Rights and Special Prosecution Section).

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  • WASHINGTON, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will confer its highest honor, the Elie Wiesel Award , on Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and the US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations (OSI, now the Human Rights and Special Prosecution Section).
  • Serving four additional presidential administrations, Ambassador Eizenstat has led tireless efforts to secure justice for survivors.
  • Elie Wiesel, the Museum's founding chairman, was the first recipient of the award, which was subsequently named in his honor.
  • A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.

Claims Conference Secures $13.5 Million In Funding To Get Holocaust Survivors To Vaccine Sites

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference said, "Many Holocaust survivors are vulnerable and many are homebound.

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  • Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference said, "Many Holocaust survivors are vulnerable and many are homebound.
  • "In Israel, for example, we are pro-actively calling 18,000 of the most disabled Holocaust survivors and offering ambulance service to vaccine centers.
  • The HSVAP is a one-time program, existing solely for the purpose of ensuring vaccine access for Holocaust survivors.
  • About the Claims Conference:The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference), a nonprofit organization with offices in New York, Tel Aviv and Berlin secures material compensation for Holocaust survivors around the world.

Claims Conference Secures $13.5 Million In Funding To Get Holocaust Survivors To Vaccine Sites

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference said, "Many Holocaust survivors are vulnerable and many are homebound.

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  • Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference said, "Many Holocaust survivors are vulnerable and many are homebound.
  • "In Israel, for example, we are pro-actively calling 18,000 of the most disabled Holocaust survivors and offering ambulance service to vaccine centers.
  • The HSVAP is a one-time program, existing solely for the purpose of ensuring vaccine access for Holocaust survivors.
  • About the Claims Conference:The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference), a nonprofit organization with offices in New York, Tel Aviv and Berlin secures material compensation for Holocaust survivors around the world.

Hogan's Hero TV Star Shares Personal Survivor Story in New Documentary "From the Holocaust to Hollywood - The Robert Clary Story"

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Thursday, February 25, 2021
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French-American Holocaust survivor and Hollywood star Robert Clary absolutely knew his destiny at an early age.

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  • French-American Holocaust survivor and Hollywood star Robert Clary absolutely knew his destiny at an early age.
  • The new documentary features an original interview with Mr. Clary who personally shares his terrifying story alongside his nephew / songwriter (and actor-activist Eddie Cantor's grandson!)
  • Filmmaker, and HEFF Founder, Ron Small weaves archival photographs and video courtesy of the private collection of Robert Clary, and The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
  • Established in 2018, the Holocaust Education Film Foundation was started to build an international, interactive online community one Holocaust Survivor story at a time.