The Holocaust did not happen overnight; nor did it occur in a vacuum. It was the result of a slow shift in definition of what were already understood and accepted concepts of good and evil. The Holocaust, therefore, was possible not because Hitler was a charismatic speaker or a cruel dictator, but because so much of his party’s intellectual and therefore ethical construct was already familiar to the people of Europe. As a result, the people of Germany and the many Nazi party members and soldiers were not deficient in moral sensibilities nor were they quintessentially evil or brutal people; they were in fact ethically sensitive. For them such deeds were simply no longer understood as evil. Herein lies the need for tolerance education. Through a thought-provoking study of the Holocaust and the social environment that led to it students can learn to counteract ignorance, brutality, and contempt fostered by intolerance as well as recognize the importance in following a moral compass that elevates the individual and the democratic values that nurture such a society.

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We are currently accepting  scholarly written papers to be presented at our annual symposium.  The theme for the 2026 symposium is Preserving History : past and present Antisemitism in history . 

When submitting your abstract please indicate if your presentation will be a traditional lecture or a workshop.

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To apply to be a presenter please register for the event and send us your 300-500 word abstract in connection to this year's theme- Preserving History : past and present Antisemitism in history . 

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Your presentation may focus on Literature, History, Art or an interdisciplinary approach to the theme in connection to the Holocaust. 

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Send your emailed abstract as a docx  or pdf attachment to zachorshoah@gmail.com no later than March 12, 2024

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* please note we understand full-time teaching is taxing. Your final "paper" is not a long and arduous task. A "white paper" of 3 pages (double spaced) will suffice. It is far more important to have diversity of thought and experience than to have long-winded research. We WANT to have as many classroom teacher-presenters as possible. If you are a classroom teacher with a lesson or classroom experience you should apply. 

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Topics of Interest include: (but are not limited to):

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the Holocaust in Foreign Language classes

Censorship's affects on the Arts

Teaching  disturbing Facts in a highly sensitive world

Meeting state standards through alternative texts (Holocaust specific)

"white-washing" via "white priviledge" of Anne Frank's Diary

The Holocaust in non-traditional subjects: how to expand the conversation without erasing history.

Music and the Holocaust

The pitfalls and dangers of diluting the Holocaust or making current event comparisons.

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Application Guidelines & Requirements:

 

Eligibility for Classroom Teachers & Museum Docents:

Educators with 3 years of Holocaust experience preferably in grades 6-12 are eligible to submit a paper abstract of 300-500 words.  Clearly state what topic your presentation will address and the method of delivery in your presentation title (Lecture/Workshop/Round-table/Combination). Teachers/Docents seeking to submit a proposal must have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience utilizing Holocaust in their respective classrooms or organizations and have attended at least 1 teacher training in the field; and submit a proposal for a 30-45 min lecture/presentation or 40-50 min interactive workshop. Workshop presentations must include lesson plans and materials (if needed) for attendees at time of event.  Please provide a bibliography with your abstract. Submit both your abstract and bibliography as separate word documents along with a brief biography to: Carolina Simon at Zachorshoah@gmail.com subject line Call for Papers Submission

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Deadline to submit proposals is March 1 2026

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Eligibility for Scholars & other Professionals:

 

Scholars seeking to submit a proposal must hold a minimum of a Masters Degree in Holocaust Studies, Holocaust Literature, Jewish Studies or related field; Clearly state what topic your presentation will address  in your presentation title. Submit a proposal for a 30-45  min lecture/presentation. Please provide a bibliography with your abstract. Submit both as separate word documents along with a brief biography to: Carolina Simon at Zachorshoah@gmail.com

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Deadline to submit proposals is March 1 2024.

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