Honoring the victims

Ensures that millions of innocent lives lost during horrific genocides are not forgotten. It is a way to honor and pay tribute to the memory of those who suffered and perished.

Preserving historical truth

Ensures that the historical truth and the atrocities committed during that time are not denied or distorted. It serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of unchecked hatred, bigotry, and discrimination.

Preventing genocide and atrocities

Studying and remembering genocides helps to raise awareness about the dangers of prejudice, racism, and intolerance. It serves as a powerful lesson for future generations, inspiring them to actively works towards a more inclusive, tolerant, and just society, and to prevent similar acts of genocide and mass atrocities from happening again.

Promoting human rights and dignity

The Holocaust and genocides stand as a stark reminder about the absolute violation of human rights and the depths of human cruelty. Remembering these events in history reinforces the importance of protecting human rights, promoting dignity, and ensuring equality for all individuals, regardless of their race, religion, or background.

Educating and learning

Remembering these tragic times in history provides an opportunity for education and learning. It helps us understand the complexities of history, fosters critical thinking, and encourages dialogue about the factors that contributed to the rise of communism, the systematic persecution of targeted groups, and the broader implications for society.

Building empathy and compassion

By learning about the experience of survivors and victims, we develop empathy and compassion. Remembering encourages us to stand up against discrimination, to defend the rights of marginalized communities, and to foster a more compassionate world.

Reminding us of our responsibilities

Remembering reminds us of our shared responsibility to confront and challenge hatred prejudice, and discrimination in all its forms. It urges us to be vigilant, to speak out against injustices, and to actively work towards building a more inclusive society.