Anne Frank Zentrum Celebrates 30 Years of Historical Education and Remembrance

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In this interview, Veronika Nahm, Director of the Anne Frank Zentrum, reflects on the center’s origins and its evolution over the past 30 years. She highlights the impact of the initial Anne Frank exhibition in Berlin, which fostered historical awareness and remembrance of Holocaust victims. The Zentrum has since grown, hosting exhibitions and educational programs nationwide, including the Anne Frank Ambassadors project and Anne Frank Day. Looking forward, the Zentrum aims to remain a dynamic, effective institution, committed to combating rising antisemitism and fostering a democratic future.

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Recap of 2024: A Visualization of the Milestones

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2024 is a year of significant milestones and achievements for ENCATE. We have successfully launched the Bilateral Exchanges Program and organized important online meetings in collaboration with the US Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) and UNESCO. Below, we summarize the highlights of the year in an infographic.

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The USC Shoah Foundation and KIgA e.V. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding

KIgA and the USC Shoah Foundation unite in a powerful collaboration

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The USC Shoah Foundation and KIgA e.V. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a collaborative partnership that also benefits ENCATE members significantly.

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Veronica Sartore, Yad be Yad

Yad be Yad: Combatting Antisemitism and Racism Through Education and Dialogue

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We interviewed Veronica Sartore to learn about the Yad be Yad project at KUBUS e.V., which brings together young people affected by antisemitism and racism, including Jews, Muslims, and migrants, as well as those interested in Jewish and Muslim life who wish to engage in combating antisemitism and racism. The project offers workshopsfor both schools and adults, aiming to empower participants and engage a broader society.

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Study Visit to Brussels: Exploring Intersectionality, Antisemitism, and Allyship

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CEJI and ENCATE organized a study visit to Brussels on intersectionality and antisemitism, contributing to the writing of a position paper and guidelines for the network.

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Insights from the Holocaust Remembrance and Muslim Belonging Workshop

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On June 7, ENCATE brought together professionals at NS-Doku München to explore Muslim belonging and German remembrance practices.

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Empowering Education: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Addressing Antisemitism and Discrimination

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We interviewed Oana Nestian-Sandu to gain insight into the benefits of interdisciplinary approaches to countering discrimination. During the interview, Oana discussed the importance of a human rights approach to Holocaust education. She explained how this approach can help students connect the past with the present and recognize dangerous patterns in today’s world.

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How We Can Create Safe and Brave Educational Spaces to Discuss Difficult Issues

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Many controversial and difficult issues have come up in our social discourse in the last few years, from Brexit to identity politics. Teachers have a responsibility to provide an impartial and safe space for young people to discuss and learn about such issues and make up their own minds, but this is not an easy task when emotions are running high. The first thing that needs to be acknowledged and addressed before a process of listening and exchanging opinions can be undertaken is the strong negative emotion that impedes this process. 

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Funding Opportunity: ENCATE Launches Bilateral Exchanges Program

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ENCATE invites European nonprofit organizations to apply for support to organize job shadowing exchanges. Job shadowing is a type of learning mobility in which participants gain firsthand experience during a short stay at a host organization.

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An Activist’s Perspective on Human Rights Challenges in Slovakia

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We conducted a thought-provoking interview with Peter Weisenbacher, founder of the Human Rights Institute, a new ENCATE member, in which he candidly shared his experiences navigating the increasingly challenging landscape for human rights defenders in Slovakia, addressing issues ranging from online hate to systemic racism against the Roma minority and the aftermath of a tragic shooting.

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