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On The Anniversary Of The November Pogroms of 1938

Written by Jen Kagan
November 9, 2023

This week we commemorate the anniversary of the November Pogroms of 1938 – a pivotal moment in history that remains etched in the memories of many of our founding members; Edith Goldberg, Liesel Carter, Heinz … Keep reading

Why do we need to learn about the Holocaust?

Written by Amy Fletcher
October 18, 2023

Take a read of this short reflection piece from Amy who recently carried out a work experience placement with us. Keep reading

Listening To Survivors: A Statement From Our Chair On The Ongoing Conflict Against Hamas

Written by Jen Kagan
October 12, 2023

October 7th 2023, marks a tragic and heart-wrenching day for Jewish communities both in Israel and worldwide. This date witnessed the highest number of Jews murdered in one day since the Holocaust. We condemn the … Keep reading

Ben Barkow Presented with CBE for Outstanding Contribution to Holocaust Education and Awareness

Posted by Alessandro
September 6, 2023

It is with great pleasure that we announce Ben Barkow is set to be presented with the honour of a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in recognition of his unwavering dedication … Keep reading

Shylock’s Shadow: Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice’ and the Nazi takeover of theatres

Written by Aimie Allen
September 6, 2023

In 1933, the Nazi Party sought to control every aspect of German culture, including theatre. Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice was appropriated by the Ministry of Propaganda to spread antisemitic propaganda. Keep reading

‘Enemy Aliens’ – the British interment camps on the Isle of Man

Written by Jodi Fargher
July 7, 2023

During the course of the war, numerous concentration camps were established across German-occupied Europe in order to hold Jews and others deemed ‘undesirable’ by the Nazi regime, becoming a symbol of oppression and violence. Lesser well … Keep reading

Holocaust Centre North’s screening of Three Minutes: A Lengthening 15/06/2023

Written by Asher Max Cowan
June 21, 2023

In the Everyman Cinema Leeds, Holocaust Centre North hosted Bianca Stigter for a screening of her film Three Minutes: A Lengthening. The main event was preceded by Holocaust Centre North’s artist in residence April Lin’s … Keep reading

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