Interviews - Personal encounters

Young people interview Holocaust survivors - We can say from experience that these conversations are often very deeply formative and lasting for both sides.

Hearing the personal stories of individuals is often much more impactful for young people than reading the dates in a history book. The encounter allows them to take on new perspectives.

Holocaust survivors are usually very happy when they see young people getting involved and volunteering to deal with the past. This gives hope, expresses respect and appreciation for their experienced history and sets a sign for a more positive future.

Here is a selection of the conversations with the contemporary witnesses: