Telford & Wrekin Council – Ceremony – HMD 2026
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Activity type: Public activity
Organisation name: Telford & Wrekin Council
Website: http://www.telford.gov.uk/hmd
Address:
The West Stand, SEAH Stadium , Watling Street
Wellington
Shropshire
TF1 2NW
United Kingdom
Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD), 27 January 2026, marks 81 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. It is a day for everyone to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi persecution, and in subsequent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, Darfur, and against the Yazidi people. We will honour the survivors of these regimes and challenge ourselves to use the lessons of their experiences to inform our lives today.
This year’s theme, “Bridging Generations”, reflects the growing urgency to preserve memory as we approach a time when survivors will no longer be present to share their testimonies. It calls on all generations to take up the responsibility of remembrance and education, ensuring that these stories continue to inspire action and understanding.
Hear from distinguished speakers, local community members and young people as they reflect on their experiences and look to the future.
Please join us on Tuesday 27 January 2026.
Arrivals will be from 1pm for a 1:30pm start at AFC Telford United, Telford TF1 NW.
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