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Yad Vashem is bringing Holocaust education directly to Germany for the first time in its history, opening interactive learning centers in Munich and Leipzig. The move comes as surveys show alarming gaps in young Germans' knowledge about the Holocaust, with 40% of adults under 30 unaware that six million Jews were murdered.
A Hungarian Holocaust survivor and her late husband sustained each other through forced labor, ghettos, and hiding with secret love letters that are now preserved forever. At 101, Idit Papa donated the entire archive to Yad Vashem so future generations can witness love's power in the darkest times.
As the last Holocaust survivors age, a nonprofit partners with Yad Vashem to create personal memorial candles for each of the six million victims, transforming collective mourning into individual remembrance. The initiative ensures every person is honored by name, restoring the identities the Nazis tried to erase.
Eight Holocaust survivors will take center stage at Israel's national remembrance ceremony, sharing stories that span seven countries and decades of rebuilt lives. Their presence honors the past while celebrating the resilience that brought them to Israel.
Just days before International Holocaust Remembrance Day, 52 Holocaust survivors gathered in Jerusalem to launch a book celebrating the small miracles that saved their lives. At ages 90 and above, they're choosing to share stories of light and resilience with future generations.
A powerful dance performance turns one choreographer's family history into a moving tribute that helps students and communities stand against hate. The Berkshires welcomes a three-part series combining art, education, and hope.
Yael Arad, who broke barriers as Israel's first Olympic medalist in 1992, received the prestigious Chaim Herzog Prize for her decades of service to her country. The award came full circle: the same president who sent her to Barcelona three decades ago had his son present her the honor.
Within 24 hours of a request for help, young volunteers from Israel's Gaza Envelope traveled to Beit Shemesh to repair homes damaged by Iranian missiles. The same communities that have faced relentless attacks showed up to help strangers rebuild.
Looking for a meaningful Mother's Day gift? Five Jewish nonprofits are turning donations into support for women, children, and families in need.
Forget flowers and chocolates. These five Jewish nonprofits transform Mother's Day gifts into real change for families facing infertility, hunger, and health challenges.