WYRE FOREST HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY


The creation of a National Holocaust Memorial Day aims to...

...recognise that the Holocaust was a tragically defining episode of the 20th Century, a crisis for European civilisation and a universal catastrophe for humanity.

...provide a national mark of respect for all victims of Nazi persecution and demonstrate understanding with all those who still suffer its consequences.

...raise awareness and understanding of the events of the Holocaust as a continuing issue of fundamental importance for all humanity.

...ensure that the horrendous crimes, racism and victimisation committed during the Holocaust are neither forgotten nor repeated, whether in Europe or elsewhere in the world.

...restate the continuing need for vigilance in light of the troubling repetition of human tragedies in the world today.

...reflect on recent atrocities that raise similar issues.

...provide a national focus for educating subsequent generations about the Holocaust and the continued relevance of the lessons that are learnt from it.

...provide an opportunity to examine our nation's past and learn for the future.

...promote a democratic and tolerant society, free of the evils of prejudice, racism and other forms of bigotry.

...support the Government's commitment that all citizens - without distinction - should participate freely and fully in the economic, social and public life of the nation.

...highlight the values of a tolerant and diverse society based upon the notions of universal dignity and equal rights and responsibilities for all its citizens.

...assert a continuing commitment to oppose racism, antisemitism, victimisation and genocide.

...support our shared aspirations with both our European partners and the wider international community centred on the ideals of peace, justice and community for all.

  

Our Aim here in Wyre Forest...

The purpose of the Wyre Forest Holocaust Memorial Day Committee is to co-ordinate National Holocaust Memorial Day activity in the District, to ensure that the day is appropriately commemorated each year and to ensure that the commemoration is reinvigorated and renewed.

The Committee has the support of the Worcestershire County Council, Wyre Forest District Council, Kidderminster Charter Trustees, local Churches, the Consulate of the Republic of Poland for the West Midlands, the Polish Ex-Combatants Association and other organisations and groups.

The Committee:-

Chairman:-
Cllr Mike Oborski

Vice-Chairman:-
Cllr Mike Shellie

Bewdley Town Council:-
Cllr Anne Mace

Consulate of the Republic of Poland in Kidderminster:-
Cllr Mike Oborski

Kidderminster Charter Trustees:-
Vacancy

Polish Ex-Combatants Association (Kidderminster):-
Maria Lee

Stourport Town Council:- Cllr D A C Giles

Town Centre Clergy:-
Revd Alice Goodman

Worcestershire County Council:-
Cllr Mike Shellie

Wyre Forest District Council:-
Cllr Liz Davies

Other Members:-
Cllr Stephen Clee
Mary Friend
Cllr Rachel Lewis
Dr. Mendes Da Costa
Loree Napier
Cllr Marion Spragg
Vera Tomlinson

There are still lots of organisations and groups we need to get on board so please contact us if you, or your organisation, are interested.

Contact...

Cllr Mike Oborski
Chairman Wyre Forest Holocaust Memorial Day Committee
6, Osborne Close, Kidderminster, Worcs. DY10 3YY, United Kingdom
Phone: (01562) 823911, Fax: (01562) 861145


Cllr Mike Oborski, WFHMDC


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Statement of Commitment...

1. We recognise that the Holocaust shook the foundations of modern civilisation. Its unprecedented character and horror will always hold universal meaning.

2. We believe the Holocaust must have a permanent place in our nation's collective memory. We honour the survivors still with us, and reaffirm our shared goals of mutual understanding and justice.

3. We must make sure that future generations understand the causes of the Holocaust and reflect upon its consequences. We vow to remember the victims of Nazi persecution and of all genocide.

4. We value the sacrifices of those who have risked their lives to protect or rescue victims, as a touchstone of the human capacity for good in the face of evil.

5. We recognise that humanity is still scarred by the belief that race, religion, disability or sexuality make some people's lives worth less than others'. Genocide, antisemitism, racism, xenophobia and discrimination still continue. We have a shared responsibility to fight these evils.

6. We pledge to strengthen our efforts to promote education and research about the Holocaust and other genocide. We will do our utmost to make sure that the lessons of such events are fully learnt.

7. We will continue to encourage Holocaust remembrance by holding an annual UK Holocaust Memorial Day. We condemn the evils of prejudice, discrimination and racism. We value a free, tolerant, and democratic society.

TO THE LITTLE POLISH BOY
STANDING WITH HIS ARMS UP

Interesting and useful links...

  • National Holocaust Memorial Day Site
  • Memorial & Museum of Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Yad Vashem The Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Authority
  • The Holocaust History Project
  • Survivors of the Shoah - Visual History Foundation
  • A Cybrary of the Holocaust
  • Simon Wiesenthal Centre
  • Museum of Tolerance
  • Anne Frank Educational Trust
  • The Holocaust Chronicle
  • The Nizkor Project
  • A Teachers Guide to the Holocaust
  • The Janusz Korczak Living Heritage Foundation
  • Forgotten Holocaust – Non Jewish victims
  • The Polish Jewish Home Page
  • The Holocaust
  • A Boy Survived
  • The Imperial War Museum – Holocaust Exhibition
  • Holocaust Survivors
  • United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
  • Jewish Cultural Festival in Krakow

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    This web site is hosted for the Wyre Forest Holocaust Memorial Day Committee by the Consulate of the Republic of Poland in Kidderminster - serving the West Midlands of the United Kingdom.
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