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As Holocaust Memorial Day approaches, we are invited to reflect on this year’s theme: “For a Better Future.” It’s a powerful reminder that the lessons of the past must inspire us to build a world rooted in compassion, understanding, and inclusion. At Spaceship Earth, we are contributing to this effort through Project Empathy by restoring and colourising historical Holocaust footage and ensuring the stories of victims and survivors continue to educate future generations. This year, I encourage everyone to take two minutes of reflective silence to think about the kind of better future we want to create. How can we, in our everyday lives, contribute to a world free of hatred and prejudice? 💬 What are your plans to mark Holocaust Memorial Day? Are you attending events, sharing stories, or creating your own moments of remembrance? Let’s share our thoughts and inspire one another to honour the memory of those who suffered, while working together for a better future. If you’d like to learn more about our work, drop a comment below—I’d love to connect. #HolocaustMemorialDay #ForABetterFuture #Empathy #Education #SpaceshipEarth

The United Nations General Assembly designated Jan. 27 — the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau — as #InternationalHolocaustRemembranceDay, a time to remember the 6 million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the millions of other victims of Nazi persecution. We are witnessing an alarming rise of antisemitism and hatred around the globe and in the United States. Please take time today to truly think about one of the darkest periods in human history. The pain and suffering that hatred causes is evident. Hatred shapes the course of our daily lives and reverberates through the generations that follow us. Many in power stoke hatred among those with less power to keep us divided. Together we can push back against the narratives of difference and division, and we must begin by remembering the past so we do not repeat it. Thank you for joining us in building a future where love, compassion, and kindness drive out hatred, resentment, and cruelty. References: DoSomething.org United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

Today less about cyber security but remembering all individuals, families and extended families who were murdered in the Holocaust, a horrifying chapter in history, a systematic genocide during World War II where six million Jews, along with millions of others, were brutally murdered by the Nazis. Remembering this dark period serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences of intolerance, hatred, and discrimination, emphasizing the importance of promoting tolerance, diversity, and human rights in our world today. We must never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust, ensuring that the lessons learned from history guide us toward a future of compassion, tolerance, and respect for human dignity. Please engage with still living Holocaust survivors, they provide a unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the horrors they endured, fostering a deeper understanding of history and a profound appreciation for resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

Remembering and Learning: International Holocaust Remembrance Day Today, we honor the memory of six million Jews and millions more lost during the Holocaust. Reflecting on this dark chapter is crucial to fostering a compassionate future. The Holocaust (1941-1945) highlights the dangers of intolerance. Let’s deepen our understanding through resources like the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum or Yad Vashem. Take a moment of silence and participate in remembrance events to honor victims and survivors. It's our collective responsibility to prevent history from repeating. In a world with ongoing discrimination, promoting tolerance is essential. Stand against hate and celebrate diversity for a future with dignity and respect for all. Share your thoughts and stories using #HolocaustRemembranceDay to join the conversation and commit to peace. Together, let's learn from the past to build a just future.

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Holocaust’s most notorious extermination camp, for the next 14 days (January 13th – January 27th) over 80 Holocaust survivors will state in videos that can be found on the Claims Conference’s social media channels what they would like future generations to remember from their time in Auschwitz. The videos that were recorded over the past few months include survivors asking the world to remember family members who were murdered in the camp and pivotal moments during their time in Auschwitz – often moments that led to their survival. The #ISurvivedAuschwitz #RememberThis campaign also includes videos of notable Auschwitz survivors who have passed, including Roman Kent, Elie Wiesel and Primo Levi, and videos telling the stories of Holocaust victims with a connection to the camp, including Anne Frank and Fredy Hirsch. There will also be a four-part series of short videos on the history of Auschwitz. “The horrors that occurred at Auschwitz were an evil that no human should ever endure, but also an evil that no human should ever forget. While it is difficult to imagine oneself in a concentration camp, we can all relate to wanting people to remember loved ones we’ve lost, experiences that shaped us and moments that were important to us. It is critical that we educate future generations about Auschwitz. I Survived Auschwitz: Remember This does so by connecting the generations with our shared humanity” - Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference. #HolocaustEducation #Auschwitz

Today (27 January) commemorates the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Entire families and communities were decimated during the Holocaust, and in numerous instances, the identities of the victims remain unknown. On this Holocaust Memorial Day, we are presented with an opportunity to actively contribute to a more promising future. By educating ourselves about the Holocaust and more recent genocides, we can strive for a better future. Although racism and hatred do not invariably culminate in genocide, we can endeavour to create a world where individuals do not endure prejudice or persecution based on their faith, ethnicity, or other characteristics. For further information about Holocaust Memorial Day and the UK Government's Holocaust Memorial Foundation, please follow these links. https://lnkd.in/e-shRrjw https://lnkd.in/g7m5w3n2 #HolocaustMemorialDay #HMD2025 #LightTheDarkness Holocaust Memorial Day Trust

Today, on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz Holocaust Memorial Day, we solemnly remember the unimaginable tragedy of the Nazi genocide, which claimed the lives of six million Jews and countless others. This day stands as a stark reminder of humanity's darkest chapter and a call to action against the persistence of antisemitism and all forms of racism in our world today. As we honor the memory of those who suffered and perished, let us also reflect on our individual and collective responsibility. What can each of us do to contribute to a more inclusive and compassionate society? How can we actively combat prejudice and support the Jewish community? This day is not only about remembrance—it is about inspiring change and action. Together, we must commit to a future where hatred and discrimination hold no place. May the memory of the Holocaust's victims fuel our resolve to build a world defined by respect, understanding, and unity. Never again.

MY ADVICE FOR MY JEWISH BROTHERS AND SISTERS FROM ISRAEL TO THE US I have some well-meaning advice for my so-called Jewish brothers and sisters . The world is becoming more educated about the truth as to who you are and more importantly who you are not. The first thing you need to do ,in my opinion, is embrace and admit who you really are. To do anything other than that, for me, delegitimizes you as a people. Embrace your own history! Next, trying to weaponize the term "antisemitism" for me further delegitimizes. you . Furthermore, I am going to tell you what so many so-called white people have told black people with regards to slavery. I, nor people who look like me had nothing to do with Jews and the Holocaust. We were victims of the Holocaust as black people ourselves. Therefore, if you want to try to manipulate people to garner sympathy because of your ancestors who were in the Holocaust, I think you are talking to the wrong people in black people. For me personally, to be very honest with you, I care about your trauma during the Holocaust era as much as you do about the suffering black people endured for 400 years in slavery , as an oppressed people today and victims ourselves in the Holocaust. Why should we care about your plight any more than you do ours? Is our lives as so-called black people worth less than yours? I do not wish anything bad for you. I am just being honest with you from my One Man's opinion. Finally, I do not understand how some of you can call yourselves the victims in the Palestine massacre. You are not the victims! You are the perpetrators either by omission (remaining silent) or by commission by feeding the narrative that Isarael is the victims and Palestine are the aggressors. That is a bold-faced lie! Peace

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, our new polling in partnership with the Holocaust Educational Trust reveals that 85% of Britons believe it's vital to continue discussing the Holocaust today. However, while most Britons feel that the lessons of the Holocaust are remembered now, 1 in 3 fear they'll be forgotten in 10 years. The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 is "For a Better Future". It encourages us to reflect on the past and to commit to building a world free from hatred and prejudice. This research underscores the importance of continued Holocaust education and remembrance. Learn more: https://bit.ly/40ynzEp

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay. As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, our new polling in partnership with the Holocaust Educational Trust reveals that 85% of Britons believe it's vital to continue discussing the Holocaust today. However, while most Britons feel that the lessons of the Holocaust are remembered now, 1 in 3 fear they'll be forgotten in 10 years. The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 is "For a Better Future". It encourages us to reflect on the past and to commit to building a world free from hatred and prejudice. This research underscores the importance of continued Holocaust education and remembrance. Learn more: https://bit.ly/40ynzEp