“Nothing is worse then starvation. I was in 7 different camps” - Helen Greenspun
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Words can cause psychological damage lasting a lifetime, & the Holocaust Center is grateful to engage in a meaningful partnership with Snap! Orlando to showcase this powerful exhibition. Weapon of Choice is open and runs through March 12th. To learn here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
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“You did not want to be at the back of the line because you would not make it, they were being shot.” - Harry Lowenstein
Did you know? Our site holds so many resources, for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: ow.ly/EaHI50J2VQs
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On this day in 1945, the Soviets liberated barely living prisoners in Auschwitz-Birkenau. Over 1.1 million people were murdered in Auschwitz, 1 million of whom were Jews. The Soviets also found storage facilities with 350,000 men’s suits, 837,000 women’s clothes & many more items
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Join us on January 29 at 3 PM as we come together to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust. We’ll be joined by author and educator Matthew Rozell, who will share the story of “A Train Near Magdeburg.” The program is free, but registration is required. ow.ly/iCyT50MqKRC
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On this day in 1944, In response to political pressure to help Jews under Nazi control, President Roosevelt creates the War Refugee Board. holocaustedu.org #holocaust #testimony #testimonial #survivor #holocaust #education #educational
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“You have to make sure something like this never happens again.” - George Alland
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, such as our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: ow.ly/XH5650J2GYf
There’s still time to register for next week’s program commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day – January 29 at 3:00. The program is free, but registration is required. ow.ly/6VUS50MqEXq
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On this day in 1942, the Wannsee Conference took place. The meeting coordinated the implementation of the “Final Solution of the Jewish Question” by the representatives of the main branches of the German government, both military & political.
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On Sunday, January 29, join us for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, commemorating the victims of this horrifying and tragic time in history. The free program includes a presentation by educator and author Matthew Rozell. Registration is required. ow.ly/hsS850MqFiB
On this day in 1945, Due to the approaching Soviet Army, 58,000 prisoners of Auschwitz were forced on marches to the concentration and labor camps in central Germany. These marches became known as death marches. holocaustedu.org #holocaust #testimony #testimonial #survivor
“We left Hamburg days before transports started to the concentration camps. We only just made it out.” - Eva London Ritt
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, such as our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. Visit: ow.ly/XH5650J2GYf
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day is a time to honor the victims of the Holocaust. Please join us on Jan. 29th for an engaging program with educator Matthew Rozell, author of A Train Near Magdeburg. The program is free, but registration is required. ow.ly/OHAz50MqF1a
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Tomorrow is the Grand Opening of our new exhibit, Weapon of Choice. The exhibit will be open through March 12th, with a presentation and Q&A with Rich Johnson tomorrow. The Holocaust Center welcomes you to view the exhibit and join the conversation: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
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Hate crimes are rising faster in Florida than anywhere else in the country, according to . That’s why we’re working harder than ever to create a society free of antisemitism, prejudice and bigotry of all kinds!
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“People shouldn’t be racist, they should be kind to everyone whatever their religion.” - Erica Kanter
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: ow.ly/xNY550J2FTe
Imagine if the things we said left the same wounds as physical contact. Join this special exhibit, Weapon of Choice. Volunteers selected a painful word to be painted on them, mimicking Injuries. Learn more here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
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“The child suffered from PTSD, I too still suffer when I see someone in uniform.” - Dr. Edith Eger
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: ow.ly/xNY550J2FTe
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On this day in 1941, the Jewish underground in Vilna issued a partisan manifesto calling for resistance. The efforts focused on creating an underground Jewish fighting force and encouraging other Jews throughout Eastern Europe to stand up against Nazi Germany.
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“A general like my father, who was also Jewish said to him, 'Go with your family on the train, I will stay here.'' - Bronya Katz
Our website holds so many educational resources like our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: ow.ly/EERU50J2FFn
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Can you imagine living in fear for yourself or your children? That’s how many people feel today when they hear about the rise of prejudice and acts of hate. It’s not right, and we must not tolerate it. Please donate today and help us make all forms of hate a thing of the past.
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“You cannot get rid of the fear from that night.” - Betty Grebenschikoff
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: holocaustedu.org/survivor-testi
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On this day in 1942, A decree was passed stating that all German Sinti and Roma were to be deported to Auschwitz and destroyed. holocaustedu.org #holocaust #testimony #testimonial #survivor #holocaust #education #educational
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“Whatever is going to happen to our families is going to happen to us.” - Bernice Lerner
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: holocaustedu.org/survivor-testi
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Today we are excited to open a new exhibit, Weapon of Choice, by photographer Rich Johnson. The dramatic visuals provoke a conversation about the problems of domestic violence, child abuse, and bullying. For more information, visit our website. holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
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On this day in 1941, The ship "Struma" leaves Romania carrying 769 Jews but is later denied permission by British authorities to allow the passengers to disembark. In 1942 it sails back into the Black Sea where it is intercepted by a Russian torpedo & sunk as an enemy target.
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On this day in 1941, in occupied Poland, near Lodz, Chelmno extermination camp becomes operational. Jews taken there are placed in mobile gas vans and driven to a burial place while carbon monoxide from the engine exhaust is fed into the sealed rear compartment, killing them.
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On this day in 1942, The first transport of Jews from Germany arrives at Auschwitz. holocaustedu.org #holocaust #testimony #testimonial #survivor #holocaust #education #educational
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Coming soon, Weapon of Choice opens from December 12, 2022, through March 12, 2023. Words can cause psychological damage that lasts a lifetime, and the Holocaust Center is grateful to engage in a meaningful partnership with Snap! Learn more here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
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“You had to find strangers who were willing to find these children a home.” - Barbara Winton
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: holocaustedu.org/survivor-testi
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On this day in 1941, 30,000 Riga (Latvia) Jews were arrested and shot in the Rumbula Forest. Over the next nine days, some 38,000 Jews were executed at Rumbula, including 28,000 Jews from the Riga ghetto & 10,000 from Germany, Austria, and the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia.
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Ending next week, we invite you to visit our exhibit 'A Peace of My Mind'. Award-winning photographer John Noltner uses mixed media to create a transformative experience & help a polarized world rediscover the common humanity that connects us. Join here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/a-pea
Weapon of Choice is a special exhibit coming to the Holocaust Center. It will feature portraits by photographer Rich Johnson revealing the invisible pain caused by verbal abuse & bullying. Visit the Holocaust Center in person or online here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/weapo
“Jews who were sent into the camps, died there.” - Leon Rajninger.
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources, take for example our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: holocaustedu.org/survivor-testi
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Only two weeks left to see our newest exhibit 'A Peace of My Mind'. View compelling portraits and inspiring personal stories from people of diverse backgrounds responding to a simple question: “What does peace mean to you?” Join here: holocaustedu.org/exhibits/a-pea
During this time of giving thanks, we are most grateful for the generous supporters and friends of the Holocaust Center. We couldn't do the important work we do without the backing of advocates in our local community and beyond.
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“My survival was motivated by the need to defy the Nazis and their plan to destroy me & my people.” - Tess Wise
Did you know? Our website holds so many educational resources such as our collection of ‘In My Own Words’ testimonials. To learn more visit: holocaustedu.org/survivor-testi
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On this day in 1945, the Nuremberg Trials began. These were the first trials to administer punishment using proper jurisprudence. People participating in a criminal organization, such as the Gestapo or the SS, was a crime against humanity. 12 defendants were sentenced to death.
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We’d like to thank United Arts of Central Florida for the great articles in the Orlando Arts magazine! One is about our upcoming exhibit, Weapon of Choice, (pg.13) and the other is on new leaders and includes our own Talli Dippold, CEO (pg. 21-22). ow.ly/2hVU50LE2h4
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National Philanthropy Day 2022 was filled with appreciation and recognition. What an honor to be nominated alongside Orlando Youth Alliance, and congratulations to the Conductive Education Center of Orlando for winning the award! #nationalphilanthropyday
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